Neufchâtel cheese Neufchâtel cheese Neufchâtel () is a soft, slightly crumbly, mold-ripened cheese made in the Neufchâtel-en-Bray, French region of Normandy. One of the oldest kinds of cheese in France, its production is believed to date back to the 6th century. It looks similar to Camembert, with a dry, white, edible rind, but the taste is saltier and sharper. It has the aroma and taste of mushrooms. Unlike other soft-white-rinded cheeses, Neufchâtel has a grainy texture. It is most usually sold in heart shapes but is also produced in other forms, such as logs and boxes. It is typically matured for 8–10
Bandel cheese perforated pots. It is similar to Surti paneer but made from cow's milk. Available in two varieties, plain (white) and smoked (Brown). Bandel cheese is well salted and can be stored. Bandel cheese Bandel Cheese is an Asian cheese originated in an erstwhile Portuguese colony, Bandel located in eastern India. Today, the production is concentrated in the towns of Tarakeswar and Bishnupur, Bankura, near Kolkata, West Bengal, India. It is made by separating the curds from whey with lemon juice. It is then molded and drained in small baskets and smoked. Bandel is known for its dry, crumbly and smoky