"Parmesan Pride: Does Protected Status Really Matter for Other Cheeses? A debate has been brewing online about the superiority of Parmesan Reggiano, with many enthusiasts claiming it's the gold standard among its fellow Italian cheeses. But what about other types of cheese, like Asiago, Feta, and Gouda, which also boast protected designations like PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) and PGI (Protected Geographical Indication)? As the world of cheese continues to evolve, the question remains: does having a protected status really make a difference in terms of taste and quality? Dive into the discussion and learn more about the impact of protected designations on the world of cheese."
It's almost a meme in this sub that Parmesan Reggiano is the significantly better than any other type of parmesan. Does the PDO status matter for other cheeses? Asiago, feta, gouda (some are PGI not PDO), fontina. submitted by /u/Independent-Report39 [link] [comments]
