Specialty cheeses are growing in popularity as American consumers become more sophisticated and enjoy the European way of life. ASI offers a full range of premium, Italian specialty cheeses and a unique Feta from Israel.
Italy
Asiago
Cow’s milk, D.O.P. Northeastern Italian cheese. Pressato, fresh; D’Allevo, matured. Matured cheese is further categorized into Mezzano (medium) and Vecchio (aged). Its texture can range from soft to semi-hard and all can be sliced or shred. Good on pasta, for cooking, snacking and parties. 1/22 lb
Ballarini Gorgonzola
Premium brand. And yes there really is a village named Gorgonzola! This green-blue veined
pasteurized cow’s milk cheese is the traditional Italian D.O.P. cheese, produced
following XII C. traditions. The texture is firm and its flavor is piquant. Crumble on
top of salads, or in dressing. It is perfect with pears, as a table cheese or served at
parties.
1/13 lb
Ballarini Gorgonzola DOLCE
Creamy and mild. This cheese is growing in popularity for sauces. It is a delicious table cheese. 1/13 lb
FONTINA D’Aosta
Fontina D’Aosta: Unpasteurized cow’s milk from Valdostano cows only. D.O.P. Piedmont mountain cheese that is straw color with a brownish rind. Compact body, scattered eyes. For cooking or as a table cheese. It is used in a dish similar to fondue.
Garofalo BUFALA MOZZARELLA
Premium quality. Made from company’s own herd with pure, pasteurized bufala milk. D.O.P. cheese produced in Caserta. State-of-the-art facilities for fresh, stretched curd cheese. Rich, soft and spongy with slightly sour flavor notes. For salads and antipasto. It is shipped to the U.S. by air and has a 24-day shelf life. 8/125 gr cup; 4/125 gr cup; 2-7/150 gr tub.
(Italy Cont.)
Latteria Panidino Taleggio
Superior quality. D.O.C. cheese made since 12th Century. From Bergamo area and matured in caves. Creamy, buttery and tangy flavor. Thin pinkish rind with mold. It is a delight as a table cheese or dessert with fruit. A treat for parties. 2/10 lb
PECORINO TOSCANO
Sheep’s milk cheese. Semi-hard, D.O.P. made in Tuscany. Firm body. Eat as a snack or serve on a cheese tray at a party.
Ricotta Salata
Sheep’s milk. Mild, slightly salty flavor. Eat with olives, antipasto. 2/7 lb
ZANETTI FONTAL PIAN ROSA
Pasteurized cow’s milk. Semi-hard; mild, flavorful. Versatile cheese for cooking, shredding, snacks and sandwiches. 4/6 lb
ZANETTI MASCARPONE
Pasteurized cow’s milk. Creamy (25-40%) with a little tang. From Lombardy. For tiramisu; custards; with fruit as topping. 6/500 gr; 12/500 gr; 6/250 gr.
Israel
Israeli Feta - Pastures of Eden
Sheep’s milk. Pastures of Eden brand, exclusively imported by ASI. Kosher, OU Certified. Highest quality, creamy, Balkan style, lightly salted. Produced in state-of-art facilities. For salads, cooking, snacks. Small Log 3x12x7 oz; Random Weight piece 3x8x1 lb; Tub 1/17.6 lb.
South America
Sancor Table Cheeses
Pasteurized cow’s milk. SanCor produced, traditional products. Favorably priced. Good for supermarkets, ethnic trade.
Fontina – 2/11 lb Creamy. Melts well. Shreds well.
Gouda – 4/7.5 lb For sandwiches, snacking.
Sardo – 12/6 lb Can grate, slice.
Edam – 6/7.5 lb Sandwiches, snacking.