origin mozz

Where did the story of mozzarella's accidental discovery take place?

• Rome

• Naples

• Sicily

• Transylvania

What is the ideal pH range for cheese curds to stretch properly?

• 7.0 to 6.0

• 4.5 to 3.5

• 6.0 to 5.0

• 5.8 to 4.8

From which regions do water buffaloes, used in traditional mozzarella, originate?

• North Africa and Sicily

• Italy and Greece

• Romania and Dacia

• India and Southeast Asia

What does 'mozzare' mean in the dialect of the Campania region?

• To milk

• To stretch

• To separate

• To soften

When did mozzarella begin to gain popularity outside of southern Italy?

• After World War II

• In the late 19th century

• During the Renaissance

• In the 20th century

What led to the use of cow's milk in mozzarella production during World War II?

• Technological advancements

• An increase in cow milk production

• A shortage of water buffalo milk

• The destruction of water buffalo herds by the Nazis

What colors represent the Italian flag on the Margherita pizza?

• Blue, white, and red

• Red, white, and black

• Green, white, and red

• Green, white, and yellow

What is the main difference between traditional mozzarella and the blocks found in supermarkets?

• The type of milk used

• The origin of production

• The moisture content

• The aging process

Is mozzarella considered a beginner's cheese for home cheese makers?

• Yes, it's very easy

• Only with specific equipment

• No, it's quite complex

• It's debated among cheese makers

Who inspired the narrator to start cheese making?

• Gianaclis Caldwell

• Ned Palmer

• Gavin Webber

• Bartolomeo Scappi