Feta vs. Halloumi: Battle of the Greek Cheeses
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Halloumi and Feta may just be the most iconic food products from their respective countries of origin, Cyprus and Greece. Extremely popular and highly sought after internationally, these cheeses have become gourmet around the world.
While many have tasted these delicious dairy products, they may not know their fascinating history and important cultural status.
Cheese-making is an ancient practice in the Mediterranean, with the production of cheese from goat’s or sheep’s milk dating back to the 8th century BCE in Greece.
This history is accompanied by ancient myths about cheese production, including one in which Apollo’s son Aristaios, raised by nymphs, teaches mankind the art of preparing milk for cheese production.