TED-Ed: Paul S. Kindstedt: A brie(f) history of cheese

Cheesemaking dates back to 8000 BCE in the Fertile Crescent, providing essential nutrients with less lactose than milk. It became a staple in trade and culture, especially in Mesopotamia. Various cultures developed unique cheesemaking methods, from Mongolian Byaslag to Greek feta. The Roman Empire popularized cheese, and medieval monks refined it further. Today, cheese is a global commodity, with production methods evolving from traditional to industrial.

What were some of the different types of cheese produced in various cultures mentioned in the text?

Explain the significance of cheese during the Roman Empire.

What impact did the Industrial Revolution have on cheesemaking?