World Mozzarella Day 2026: Check out 5 lesser-known facts
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World Mozzarella Day
Every year, World Mozzarella Day 2026 is observed on October 23 to celebrate the unique type of cheese with origins in Italy
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Origin of Mozzarella
Mozzarella has its origins in the Campania region of Italy from the 12th century where monks were known to make it with water buffalo milk
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Meaning of mozzarella
The meaning of mozzarella comes from the Italian word "mozzare", which means to cut off, highlighting the way the cheese is made with the hand
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Uniqueness of mozzarella
Unlike other cheese, mozzarella, which is known to be the most consumed cheese in the world, is unique because it is also non-aged and eaten fresh
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Most expensive mozzarella in the world
The most expensive variation of the cherse in the world is the Mozzarella di Bufala Campana, made from 100 per cent water buffalo milk
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