Basic Characteristics of Cheese
Basically, cheese is nothing more than concentrated milk. The latter is curdled with rennet, lactic acid bacteria, vegetable substances, and other additives. This causes the protein contained in the milk to coagulate and separate from the watery whey.
Note: Whey is a transparent, yellow-green liquid that consists mainly of water, but also contains fat, carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Fortunately, most of these beneficial ingredients remain in the cheese curd. Cheese curd refers to the material that is formed during the separation of the curdled milk from the whey.
Through the process, the milk protein clumps together and eventually becomes cheese.
The following ingredients are included in all types of cheese in varying amounts:
- Water
- Protein
- Fat
- Carbohydrates
- Minerals (especially calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus)
- Vitamins (especially A, B2, and B12)
Tip: The water content determines the "category" of the respective cheese. Rule of thumb: The more water a cheese contains, the softer it is.
These are the types of cheese
In our online supermarket, you can buy all types of cheese that cheese factories have produced. Learn what distinguishes the different types and how they can best be enjoyed.
Brie and Camembert
The two French cheeses have a very similar taste. Both impress gourmets with their nutty and spicy flavor. However, there are slight differences between Brie and Camembert: the former is significantly larger than its relative. This also results in a minimal difference in taste: Brie is generally a bit milder than Camembert. In addition, it has a slightly higher fat content.
Tip: Brie is best enjoyed raw in small bites or used as a melting cheese, for example, for a pasta sauce.
Feta and Mozzarella
Feta and Mozzarella have always been among the most popular types of cheese. The originals come from Greece (Feta) and Italy (Mozzarella).
Feta is usually made from sheep and/or goat milk, sometimes even from cow milk. It tastes very salty and acidic and is an essential ingredient in a Greek salad. However, it also greatly enhances other colorful salad creations. In addition, it can be used as a melting cheese for sauces or in solid form as an ingredient in pasta or rice dishes.
Real Mozzarella is made from buffalo milk, but there are also products made from cow milk. These are somewhat firmer, less intense in flavor, and cheaper. In general, Mozzarella has a strong and salty taste. It is particularly convincing in combination with tomatoes - whether as a delicious Caprese salad or on a classic pizza Margherita. Mozzarella is also ideal for gratins.
Sheep and Goat Cheese
If you want to order delicious cheese online made from sheep or goat milk, you will find what you are looking for with us. We offer you Feta, but also small cubes, cream cheese, and rolls that you can cut into fine slices. Sheep and goat cheese are particularly recommended for people who cannot tolerate cow milk. But all other cheese lovers are also encouraged to try these varieties.
Note: Sheep and goat cheese contain less fat than products made from cow milk.
Parmesan and Pecorino
Parmesan originally comes from Parmigiano, an Italian mountain village. Hence its name. If you want to buy real Parmesan online, you have to look for the label "Parmigiano Reggiano". In addition, there are also some varieties called "Grana Padano" in this country. These do not taste quite as spicy as the original, but they are cheaper.
Tip: Parmesan is particularly popular in its grated version. However, it also makes a good impression in thin slices or small pieces - for example, in salads or rice dishes.
While everyone knows Parmesan, few people know Pecorino. In fact, it is similar in taste to its famous relative, but is primarily made from sheep and/or goat milk. Nowadays, there are also some products that contain cow milk.
Tip: Italians prefer to eat Pecorino pure with a good glass of red wine. Alternatively, they also like to grate the cheese over pasta dishes.
Grated Cheese
Speaking of grating: With us, you can order cheese online that is already grated, so you only have to sprinkle it over your food. A large selection is available. In addition to Parmesan, the classic, there are also other types of grated cheese.
How about Emmental or a combination of Maasdam and Mozzarella? The latter forms the perfect mixture for formidable gratins. Special pasta and pizza cheese are also available. So you can adapt the cheese to your culinary plans.
Fresh Cheese
A slice of bread thickly coated with fresh cheese is always a pleasure - whether for breakfast, as an appetizer before the main course, as a snack in between or for dinner. There are both creamy and crumbly fresh cheese varieties, as well as low-fat and high-fat versions. Products with added herbs such as chives or basil are particularly popular.
Tip: Note that fresh cheese has a high water content. It spoils quickly and should be consumed quickly after opening.
Most cheesemakers make fresh cheese from whey or pasteurized milk. The latter is heated and then cooled again.
Grill, Bake and Oven Cheese
In the subcategory of grill, bake, and oven cheese, we offer you various types that you have largely already learned about in this guide (in their original form). Possible products are Mozzarella sticks and baked Camembert.
In general, you can choose between spicy and mild, sharp, smoky, and very herbaceous products. Get an overview and let yourself be inspired by the variety.
Hard and Cut Cheese
Hard cheese includes all types whose water content is maximum 56%. Literal examples are Emmental, mountain cheese, Parmesan, and Pecorino.
Cut cheese usually refers to semi-solid types such as Tilsit, Gouda, and Edam. They have a water content of 61 to 69 percent.
Tip: The different cut cheese products can be used, for example, for cheese platters or on bread. The slices also unfold their full aroma when placed on pizzas and baked in the oven.
Soft Cheese
Cheese whose water content in the fat-free mass exceeds 67% is defined as soft cheese. As the name suggests, this is particularly yielding cheese that almost melts on the tongue.
If you want to order soft cheese online, you again have the pleasure of choice. Traditional varieties such as mild-creamy mountain farmer's cheese or intense blue cheese are available, as are creative combinations with mushroom aroma or herbs.
Melted and Sandwich Cheese
Melted cheese is creamy cheese that can be spread. Classic types such as Emmental and Gouda are also available - for those who want to enjoy their favorite variety not only in solid or sliced form but also as a spreadable topping.
In addition, there are small sets that include various types of melted cheese - such as "creamy," "herb," "paprika," and "ham." This ensures that everyone finds their favorite taste. Such a package also provides variety.
Sandwich cheese, for example, is placed in hamburgers or between slices of toast bread. It melts when heated, making sandwiches creamy and smooth.
Cheese Specialties
In the area of cheese specialties, we summarize all particularly outstanding cheese products that we carry in our online supermarket. These include vegan varieties as well as hand cheese in several versions and from different manufacturers. Cheese sticks and cubes that are ideal for on the go or as school, university, and office snacks are also available in our range.
Cheese from well-known brands
Our food delivery service only includes products from trustworthy brands. This also applies to cheese. Top manufacturers include Président, Chavroux, Galbani, Salakis, Patros, and Wilmersburger. If you are specifically looking for vegan cheese, the latter company is a good choice. It has specialized in the production of dairy-free cheese and is thus picking up on the trend of vegan nutrition.
Ordering Cheese Online - How It Works
With us, it is easy and convenient to order cheese online. Choose your favorite varieties and products and put them in your virtual cart. Then, simply enter your data such as name and address, click on your desired payment option, and finally complete the ordering process.
Tip: Paying by invoice is possible!
Of course, we store all cheese products cool and dry. Even when shipping, the cheese is packaged "humanely," so you will receive wonderfully fresh items a few days after your order and can conjure up delicious dishes with your cheese.
Conclusion
Our online supermarket makes it a pleasure to buy cheese. Tedious queuing and crowding at the cheese counter are eliminated. Instead, you have the opportunity to examine your intended products in detail and compare them with comparable products - in peace and quiet. Benefit from the advantages that buying food online offers and from our comprehensive range, which not only includes cheese but also numerous other delicacies!
