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World Mozzarella Day 2026: Check out 5 lesser-known facts

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By Nascimento Pinto
Published Oct 20, 2026

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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