Origin: Greece
Type: sheep and goat's milk; hard, cooked rind.
Characteristics: pale-yellow in color, hard texture with a sweet and fruity flavor.
Crete's Graviera has long been of the most popular of the many Greek cheeses. It is a hard cheese with a light yellow color, and has a slightly sweet and nutty taste. It is tasty and versatile, tasting great sliced or grated. It can be used as a table cheese or grate on your favorite dish for added flavor.