National Italian Cheese Month
Observed
the month of September (since 2017)
Dates
September 1st, 2024 to September 30th, 2024
September 1st, 2025 to September 30th, 2025
September 1st, 2026 to September 30th, 2026
September 1st, 2027 to September 30th, 2027
September 1st, 2028 to September 30th, 2028
Founded by
Galbani in 2017
Tags
Food & Drink
Snacks & Desserts
Hashtags
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National Italian Cheese Month celebrates the buttery, bold, creamy, crumbly, and nutty cheeses associated with Italian cuisine throughout September. Italian cheese is made in both Italy and America, and some varieties have Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status, meaning they are made in a specific region according to traditional methods.
Galbani founded National Italian Cheese Month in 2017 to celebrate America’s love of Italian cheese. The month is a chance to enjoy familiar favorites such as mozzarella and ricotta, explore different tastes and textures, and learn about the long history of cheesemaking in Italy. Accounts place Italian cheesemaking as far back as the Roman Empire, when some families had special kitchens for making, aging, and storing cheese.
How to Observe National Italian Cheese Month
Celebrate by enjoying your favorite Italian cheese or trying one you have never tasted before. Host a make-your-own-pizza party, prepare a dish featuring mozzarella or ricotta, or treat your family to Italian desserts such as cannoli and tiramisu. You can also compare cheeses with different textures and flavors, or learn about the regions and methods connected with PDO cheeses.


