The European market for cheese in the Renaissance

Normandy is famous for its cheese. Whether it be for renowned cheeses such as Neufchâtel, Livarot and Pont l'évêque, with their protected status, or the ubiquitous Camembert, the region is celebrated for the produce of its dairies. With some 400,000 tons a year, its output is the highest of any French region and it is today an important part of Normandy's identity. Yet, like in much of France, its history is still in great part shrouded in numerous myths and legends. ((See the article by Alb...