Halloumi or haloumi[note 1][note 2] is a cheese that originated from Cyprus. It is traditionally made from a mixture of goat milk and sheep's milk, and now, due to shortages, it increasingly …

Sep 16, 2025 · We went to chefs and cheese experts to get the scoop on halloumi, the cool cheese from Cyprus that doesn't melt when you cook it. Here's what to know.

Apr 7, 2023 · Halloumi is a semi-hard cheese typically made from the milk of goats, sheep, or cows. It’s known for its tangy taste and firm, chewy texture. It’s been enjoyed for hundreds of …

Jun 11, 2024 · Halloumi is a white-beige cheese that is almost rubbery when cold. Unlike semi-soft cheeses like queso Oaxaca or mozzarella, Halloumi is mostly uniform in texture …

Jun 6, 2025 · Halloumi is a semi-hard, pocket-sized, white cheese whose production goes back thousands of years on the Mediterranean island of Cyprus. Traditionally made with goat's and …

Halloumi cheese is classified as a semi-hard, unripened cheese. It originated in Cyprus and is now famous throughout the Mediterranean region and beyond. Made from a mixture of goat's …

Jul 7, 2025 · This recipe from Yossy Arefi uses small pieces of pan-fried halloumi as croutons for a chewy, salty bite that’s more texturally satisfying than bread. Once tossed with orecchiette …