Is Camembert Banned in America? (Revealed!)

Grilled Camembert with figs and honey

What Are the Reasons for the Ban on Camembert in America? To understand why Camembert is banned in the United States, you need to know how it is processed. Traditionally, it is made from raw milk that has not been pasteurized. Let me explain how pasteurization works in case you are not familiar with it.  … Read more

The Fuzzy Debate: A Closer Look at Brie Cheese

Close up of camembert cheese or brie cheese on wooden cutting board

What Does Brie Look Like? If you are not too familiar with brie, you may have seen it and wondered if it was supposed to look furry. Its appearance can be a bit off-putting and weird. But don’t be alarmed, this is completely normal, and brie is created to be fuzzy! Speaking personally, it’s one … Read more

How Are Mozzarella Pearls Made? (Solved!)

Fresh Cantaloupe with Prosciutto and Pearl mozzarella salad

Mozzarella Pearls: How Are They Made? I love these cute little mozzarella pearls and have found so many uses for them. But it was only recently that I started wondering how they are made, so that’s why I looked into the subject!  The actual cheesemaking process is the same as when making the larger mozzarella … Read more

Can You Eat the Rind on Brie? (Explained!)

camembert cheese or brie cheese on wooden cutting board

Is It Okay to Eat the Rind of Brie? Brie is undoubtedly a delicious, creamy French cheese, but it does divide opinions when it comes to eating the rind. I enjoy it, but I know others remove it, perhaps without having tried it! Let’s find out what the rind is made from, and see if … Read more

Can You Cook Mozzarella Sticks in the Microwave? (Answered!)

Homemade Deep Fried Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara Sauce

Is It Possible to Microwave Mozzarella Sticks? Although mozzarella sticks don’t take too long in the oven, microwaving them would be even quicker. So, what are the potential downfalls, will it even work? Thankfully, yes, it’s perfectly possible to microwave mozzarella sticks, but there are some things you need to be aware of. First of … Read more