Buffalo mozzarella both because of its strength and the size of its hooves, which do not sink too deeply into moist soils." References to cheese products made from water buffalo milk appeared for the first time at the beginning of the twelfth century. Buffalo mozzarella became widespread throughout the south of Italy from the second half of the eighteenth century, before which it had been produced only in small quantities. Production in and around Naples was briefly interrupted during World War II, when retreating German troops slaughtered the area's water buffalo herds, and recommenced a few years after the armistice was signed.
Rumi cheese Rumi cheese Rumi cheese ( ' , also known as ' in Alexandria) is one of the main types of cheese in Egypt. It has a pungent smell, and different degrees of saltiness depending on the age. Rumi is thought to be derived from the Greek kefalotyri cheese. It is the main hard cheese in Egypt. It belongs to the same family as "Pecorino Romano" and "Manchego". Rumi cheese is made from cows' milk, or from a mixture of cow and buffalo milk. No starter culture is used. The milk is natural, with full cream. Peppercorns may be added. After