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By: SaltShaker » Blog Archive » Wrap it up with a bow

SaltShaker » Blog Archive » Wrap it up with a bow — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 15:06:13 +0000

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By: Frank Almeida

Frank Almeida — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 18:16:16 +0000

I remember actually having a very nice Argentine parmesan cheese in Chicago. It was actually a bit nutty and I took it home and had it with some aceto balsamico that I got from a previous trip to Italy. I was in heaven. The combination was perfect. I have not been able to do the same here yet but reading this post and the messages from you two I will now have to go hunt that parmesan cheese. I still have that aceto.

By: dan

dan — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 13:44:43 +0000

Well, let’s face it, there’s a lot of mild, dull cheese back in the U.S. too… Velveeta anyone?! I just learn to avoid the stuff that isn’t interesting, and gradually have figured out which shops have good cheeses and actually care about quality and flavor.

By: yanqui mike

yanqui mike — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 01:57:53 +0000

Thanks man.

I’m as curious as I can be. I’ve never heard you complain about it but while there are some FINE quesos argentinos…they are so mild as to make you wonder if they are worth the effort of chewing.

I remember spotting a big beautiful Argentine parmesan in my favorite cheese shop in Chicago. Gorgeous texture and color and I was excited. Naah. Nuttin’.

But recently, I’ve encountered some typically very pretty AR cheeses in Tandíl and Tapalqué that actually have some flavor…either that or my pallet has changed lo these many. I prefer to think that the export sector is picking up on the vibe.

I’ll be fascinated with your first post about making a camembert…or when you put away your first cheddar or manchego for a long nap.

By: dan

dan — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 00:22:06 +0000

I have yet to find one either, though I asked the cheesemaking teacher today about it - more to come on the classes in the next day or two - and he looked at me like I was looney. He says the only place you can get the stuff is at one of the cheesemaking supply shops, like the place I mention above. There’s also a listing of other places out there on the internet…

By: yanqui mike

yanqui mike — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 00:18:19 +0000

Shake,

Great post.

Tell me, will ya… can you name one farmacía in all of capital that has rennet? I’m dyin’ for some.

I don’t know how many times that I’ve read that rennet is available in pharmacies… but it’s gotta be close to the number that have told me that they have no idea where I can get some.

Pleeeeeze…I’ll send you some cheeeeeze!

Mike