Made: November 25, 2011 from Goat's Milk
Ready to Eat: August 25, 2012

Kefalotyri is a Greek cheese. It is very popular in Greece
It is a hard yellow cheese that tastes similar to Gruyere.

Kefalotyri has a salty and sharp flavor; it is perfect for pasta, or just with some white wine.

Kefalotyri's tangy taste and heavy aroma make it a perfect addition to many dishes. Grate over pasta or vegetables, use as garnish to cooked dishes.

Kefalotyri can be eaten as it is, fried in olive oil for a dish called saganaki. It also can be used as a substitute for Romano or Parmesan when making Spanakopita.



The first picture shows the texture of the cheese which includes small holes.

The second picture shows the cheese wrapped in a steamed fig leaf and tied with rattan.
Presentation is important aspect that enhances a cheese eating experience. Here the fig leaf and rattan capture and enhance the essence of this cheese and add character the cheese.