Burrata Cheese originated in the city of Andria within the Apulia region in Southern Italy. It is a typical Apulian product, that is made from fresh cow's milk, or buffalo's milk. Its literal translation is "Buttered", which explains the cheese's rich flavour.

Burrata Cheese vs. Mozzarella Cheese

Burrata Cheese is made from Mozzarella, but it is not Mozzarella. It is its very own, remarkable type of cheese. It is made with a sheet of Pasta Filata (Mozzarella), and Stracciatella, which are strings of fresh mozzarella cheese curds mixed with fresh cream. The Stracciatella creates a soft consistency that is elegantly creamy and silky. All of these ingredients give Burrata cheese its incredible lightness and freshness.

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Storing and Serving Burrata Cheese

It is recommended to keep cheese on a higher shelf of the refrigerator, far from food with strong odors, in order to avoid absorption of unwanted tastes and smells. In fact, the best option is to store them in a food container with lid to preserve cheese freshness and to protect from moisture, odors and possible moulding in the fridge. Freezing is not recommended.

Burrata is typically served at room temperature, and since it's fresh, it's best served within 48 hours of purchase. After that it's considered past its prime (even though it's still perfectly edible). And the real magic happens when burrata is sliced open and the creamy insides spill out. It makes a nice topping on a salad and is wonderful served with crusty bread.