Parmigiano Reggiano is a PDO cheese. and is produced in Parma and Reggio Emilia and is certified by Consorzio Parmigiano Reggiano, while Grana Padano cheese is P.O.P. cheese made in a similar way, in the Po Valley.

Grana Padano cheese is softer and buttery, while Parmigiano Reggiano has a stronger flavor. This is due to their different ripening time.

Often the descriptions mozzarella di Bufala and mozzarella are considered synonymous, but they differ in their preparation and taste.

Mozzarella is made from cow’s milk and is mild in taste, while mozzarella di Bufala is made from buffalo milk with a stronger and more acidic taste.