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Cheeses from Armenia

A guide to cheeses from Armenia, highlighting the country's most notable and diverse varieties.

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Armenian String Cheese

Chechil, also called Armenian string cheese, is a brined pasta filata cheese from Armenia, sold as bundles of thick or thin fibrous threads that are often tied into ropes, braids or balls. It is frequently smoked and tastes sharp and …

Country: Armenia
Milk Type: Cow's, goat's or sheep's milk
Texture: Semi-soft
Flavor: Mild

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