Feta cheese is a soft, white, salty, crumbly cheese that comes from sheep’s milk. It is usually served as part of a meze (appetizer) spread. History of Feta cheese Feta cheese was first produced in Greece around 1000 BC. It is believed that the name “feta” derives from the Greek word “phitos”, meaning “smooth”. Types … Read more
Gouda is a type of Dutch cheese that is similar to cheddar cheese but has a stronger flavor. It is usually made from cow’s milk and is aged for at least 6 months. History of Gouda Gouda was first produced in the Netherlands around the year 1000 AD. It was originally called “goudde” and was … Read more
Mozzarella is a soft Italian cheese that is usually made from cow’s milk. It is a type of ricotta cheese. History of Mozzarella Cheese Mozzarella was first produced in Italy during the late 19th century. It was originally called “mozzarella di bufala” (meaning buffalo mozzarella) because it was made from the milk of water buffaloes. … Read more
White wine is a type of wine that is produced from grapes grown in white varieties of grape. These include Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, and Muscatel. History Of White Wine White wine was first produced in France during the late 17th century. In 1855, the French government passed legislation requiring all wine sold … Read more
Barley is a cereal grain that is grown worldwide. Barley is one of the oldest cultivated grains. It is a member of the grass family (Poaceae), along with wheat, rye, oats, rice, maize, sorghum, millet, and triticale. Barley is a staple food crop in many countries around the world. In the United States, barley is … Read more