Grana padano cheese

What's the best, the worst and the most popular cheese in Italy? Discover national, regional and local cheese varieties.

Curious about Grana Padano? Here's all you need to know about taste, how the cheese is made and how you can use it. Click here to learn more.

I’ve been proven wrong again. By myself.For some reason, I’ve always — for years — overlooked Grana Padano. I regarded it as a pedestrian, somewhat boring cheese. And maybe it’s because I likened it to a lesser version of Parmigiano Reggiano, which is a cheese that I’ve always felt gets too much attention, anyway.I’ve been just about as wrong as a cheesemonger can be.

In a country famed for having so many cheeses, it can be hard for one particular cheese to stand out. That’s why the producers of Grana Padano banded together in the 1950s to help it become one of the most beloved cheeses in Italy – and beyond. Get to know a bit more about this very special cheese and how it differs from Parmesan.

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Learn what is Grana Padano cheese, how Grana Padano is made and what are the main characteristics of this delicious cheese.