How this cheese is made

The island's cheese is made from raw cow's milk, produced on the island of S. Jorge. Animal rennet is added to the milk, after the addition of lactoserum obtained from the previous manufacture. This serves as an acidification aid. The rennet rests until it reaches the desired consistency, from which the whey will be extracted. The dry dough is added with salt. The curd is pressed and left to rest for 30 days at room temperature, then moving to air-conditioned curing chambers, where it remains for up to 90 days.

Unique flavor of the Azores

Island cheese is known for its hard or semi-hard paste, yellowish color and whose flavor has a very unique character, being a little spicy and with a strong aroma. It was these characteristics that made this cheese an international success, as it differentiates itself from other cheeses produced in Portugal.

How should you cut this cheese

So that you can enjoy the full flavor of your Camembert, it is recommended to remove it from the refrigerator approximately 30 minutes before serving, that is, serve it at room temperature.
For this type of cheese, choose a butter or pâté knife, as it is a soft cheese.

How to enjoy cheese from S. Jorge Island

This cheese is excellent in itself, as it has a unique flavor that is a hit among cheese lovers. However, for those looking for unique combinations, we recommend enjoying this cheese with a sweet specially created to accompany cheeses like those from the Island of S. Jorge: Apple Jam, Raisins and Cinnamon.

At your next dinner with your friends, you can also opt for a simple and delicious cheese board, ready in 5 minutes and excellent for socializing before the main course. See our suggestion for a cheese board here.

Also discover other delicious combinations that we suggest for cheese lovers.