{"product_id":"destan-mandra-cheese-kashkaval-180g","title":"Cheese Kashkaval Mandra 180g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Cheese with a Soul — Crafted the Old Way\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNestled in an ecological zone along the banks of the Danube River in Bulgaria — home to the country's largest bird sanctuary, where pelicans and flamingos roam freely — the Destan dairy has been perfecting its craft for generations. Here, far from industrial shortcuts, \u003cstrong\u003eMandra Kashkaval\u003c\/strong\u003e is made according to a time-honoured traditional recipe that has remained unchanged for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRich, Honest Flavour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne bite and you'll know this cheese is the real thing. Its pronounced, full-bodied taste of \u003cstrong\u003efresh milk and cream\u003c\/strong\u003e is a testament to the quality of every step in its production. Every kilogram of Kashkaval requires \u003cstrong\u003e13 to 15 litres of milk\u003c\/strong\u003e — a ratio that speaks volumes about its richness and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncredibly Versatile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMandra Kashkaval is a true all-rounder in the kitchen and beyond:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍷 \u003cstrong\u003eWine pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e — pairs beautifully with both red and white wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🥪 \u003cstrong\u003eSandwiches \u0026amp; snacks\u003c\/strong\u003e — melts perfectly or can be enjoyed sliced cold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧀 \u003cstrong\u003eOn-the-go snack\u003c\/strong\u003e — a satisfying, natural bite wherever you are\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePasteurised cow's milk, lactic acid culture starter, calcium chloride, rennet enzyme, salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePer 100 g of product:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1214 kJ \/ 290 kCal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e   of which saturates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.8 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e   of which sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8 – 2.2 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Heritage Product with Ancient Roots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBulgarian white brined cheese and Kashkaval is a traditional dairy product with ancient origins on Bulgarian lands, born out of the necessity to preserve milk during the long winter months without refrigeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Roots:\u003c\/strong\u003e The method of preservation in brine dates back to the times of the Thracians, who kept large herds and sought ways to conserve sheep's and goat's milk. Animal husbandry was a primary livelihood, and the brine (salt solution) allowed the cheese to mature and remain suitable for consumption for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e The unique flavour and quality of Bulgarian cheese owe much to its specific microflora and symbiotic starter cultures, including lactic acid bacteria such as \u003cem\u003eLactobacillus bulgaricus\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eStreptococcus thermophilus\u003c\/em\u003e. Traditionally made from sheep's, cow's, goat's, buffalo's, or mixed milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEuropean Recognition:\u003c\/strong\u003e In July 2023, the European Commission approved \u003cem\u003e\"Bulgarian White Brined Cheese\"\u003c\/em\u003e as a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO), officially protecting its unique heritage on the European market.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Destan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65866909909341,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1098\/9033\/9165\/files\/destan-mandra-cows-kashkaval-folkloramarket-180g.jpg?v=1789331101","url":"https:\/\/www.folklora.eu\/en-hr\/products\/destan-mandra-cheese-kashkaval-180g","provider":"Folklora Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}