Category: L

  • Latte e Fieno

    Latte e Fieno

    EU-certified designation for milk produced according to traditional farming practices, primarily concerning the feeding of dairy cows.

  • Latte (milk)

    Latte (milk)

    Red cow milk, produced by the Reggiana or Razza Rossa Reggiana breeds of cattle, is renowned for its high quality and richness in protein and fat. This milk is essential for the production of Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse DOP, a mature cheese with a grainy structure and an intense, complex taste. Production follows strict traditional…

  • Lievito (Yeast)

    Lievito (Yeast)

    The Gourm.itpedia word of the day is “Yeast” Yeast /ji:st/ Yeast is a fundamental microorganism in the production process of certain cheeses. Commonly, it involves selected yeast strains that contribute to developing specific taste and aroma characteristics in cheese during the fermentation process. Gorgonzola legend has it that the use of yeast originated from a…

  • Lombrico (Earthworm)

    Lombrico (Earthworm)

    Lombrico (italian for Earthworm) is a type of terrestrial worm belonging to the phylum Annelida. Earthworms play an important role in the ecosystem as they help decompose organic matter, improving soil fertility.

  • Letame (Manure)

    Letame (Manure)

    Letame (italian for manure) is an organic material of animal or plant origin, consisting of excrement, urine, plant material and other biological waste, used as a fertiliser to improve soil quality.