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Oka, a semi-soft, unpasteurized cow's milk cheese, is of the most popular cheeses of Canada. It is produced from an original recipe brought to Quebec by Benedictine monks in 1893. These Benedictines originated in Brittany, France, then moved to the village of Oka just outside of Montreal to start a new monastery. Today, this cheese is licensed from the monks and produced by Agropur, the largest dairy cooperative in Canada. However, it is still aged for two months in the monastery’s cellar, located right next door to the modern cheese plant. Although similar in style to Port Salut, many prefer Oka's unique texture and full flavor filled with delicate subtleties. It is mellow, smooth, creamy, and a little bit nutty. However, it does tend to have a strong, pungent aroma that is not for the timid. Oka can be served as a dessert cheese along with apples and a glass of Zinfandel, or try it melted on top of fresh vegetables for a delicious side dish to accompany any meal!
- Made from unpasteurized cow's milk.
- Photo depicts whole 5 lb. form of cheese.
- We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
- Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
5 stars
(based on 3 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
A gem from the Monks of Canada
By Charlie - cheese lover from Branford, CT on 3/29/2007
Pros:
Flavorful, Pungent, Rich, Smooth, Tasety
Best Uses:
After Dinner, With a glass of beer
Describe Yourself:
Health Conscious, Simple Tastes
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
One of the finest cheeses I have ever had. Became introduced yto it 40 years ago and the quality has never decreased.
Creamy and Delicious!
By Joan the reader
from Suth San Francisco, CA on 2/27/2007
from Suth San Francisco, CA on 2/27/2007
Pros:
Good Value, High Quality
Best Uses:
Eat w custy French Bread
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
It was delicious, creamy, rich, and satisfying. It met all my expectations.
The experience and quality was suberb!
By Kevin from Atlanta on 2/24/2007
Pros:
Durable, High Quality
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
creative packaging