Published Sep 26, 2018

Illegal Cheese, The Worst Dairy Disaster, Holes in People (and Cows)

Dive into a quirky exploration of dairy disasters, from the fiery chaos of a butter and cheese conflagration to the controversial science of stomach fistulas, and unravel the cultural and legal intrigue surrounding Casu Marzu, the maggot-infused Sardinian cheese defying EU regulations.

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Illegal Cheese ChallengesSarah Chodosh explores the intriguing world of Casu Marzu, an illegal Sardinian cheese made with live maggots. She discusses its preparation, cultural significance, and the ongoing legal battles to legitimize it within the EU.

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