Cheese sent via mail
I received a parcel from Europe with cheese. Unfortunately they sent it via surface. It took 6 weeks over to Canada. The Swiss hard cheese was wrapped in plastic foil. No mold has developed and it smells good. I wonder whether it is safe to eat it?
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Put simply, if it smells/tastes good, cheese is safe to eat.
There are even cheeses which smell horrible which are still safe to eat like this guy: Époisses de Bourgogne
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Can cheese be sent through the mail? Absolutely! You'll need to use insulated boxes and gel ice packs to keep your cheese safe and cool but with proper precautions, you can safely ship cheese across the country.What cheese Can you send in the mail?
Firm cheeses like cheddar are always good candidates for shipping; Bleu Mont Bandaged Cheddar from Wisconsin or Montgomery's Cheddar from England are great choices. An aged goat cheese, such as Pondhopperfrom Tumalo Farms in Oregon, has a lovely creamy texture but is sturdy enough to be shipped.Can cheese be shipped without refrigeration?
Let's start with the good news. Cheeses that are great without refrigeration: Super-aged cheeses, most of which get more than two years of age: Goudas, Parmigiano Reggiano, Piave, Grana Padano, and Mimolette.What is the best shipping method for cheese?
Wrap the Cheese If it's not vacuum sealed, wrapping it in waxed or lined paper is a must. It'll help protect the cheese against moisture, without letting it dry out. Wrap the cheese package in a bit of bubble and it's ready to be packed up. TPC Tip: You can keep the paper folded and secure with a logo-branded sticker!Baby Scott at School Scene - ANT-MAN AND THE WASP (2018) Movie Clip
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