Indian artisanal cheeses have just received recognition on a global stage, even though the segment remains relatively unfamiliar to most consumers in the country. India just bagged four awards at the Mundial do Queijo do Brasil 2026, an international competition for cheese and dairy products held in São Paulo. Read on to know more about it.
Indian Artisanal Cheeses Wins 4 Global Awards
As per a report by CNBC TV, India won one Super Gold, two Golds and one Silver medal in its debut appearance. The highest recognition, Super Gold, was awarded to Eleftheria Gulmarg, a Brie-style cheese made by Mumbai-based Eleftheria Cheese. The cheese was made by using cow’s milk and kept for around two to three weeks.
The two gold medals were awarded to Yak Churpi-Soft by Nordic Farm in Leh, Ladakh, and Eleftheria Brunost. Made from yak milk, the Yak Churpi-Soft represents a softer version of the traditional Himalayan churpi. Eleftheria Brunost is a whey-based cheese, inspired by the Norwegian brown cheese and made by cooking whey. The Silver medal went to Eleftheria Kaali Miri, a Belper Knolle-style cheese. It is shaped into small balls, coated with black pepper, and kept for one to two months. The competition featured participants from over 30 countries and was judged by a panel of 350 international experts. The main parameters include texture, aroma, flavour and overall quality.
PM Narendra Modi Congratulates The Winners
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to his X account to appreciate the cheesemakers and congratulated them by bringing attention to their role in Indian dairy craftsmanship. Sharing the tweet, he wrote, “Cheese from India makes its mark globally… India made an impressive debut at the Mundial do Queijo do Brasil 2026, which is a vibrant international competition for cheese and dairy products. Four Indian products won medals, including 1 Super Gold, 2 Golds and 1 Silver. The Super Gold was won by Eleftheria Gulmarg (Brie Style), the Golds were won by Yak Churpi-Soft, Nordic Farm, Leh, Ladakh and Eleftheria Brunost (Whey Cheese) while the Silver was won by Eleftheria Kaali Miri (Belper Knolle Style). Congratulations to Mausam Narang and Thenlay Nurboo. Such successes strengthen India’s artisanal dairy sector on the world stage.”
The Mundial do Queijo do Brasil 2026, also known as the 4th World Cheese Awards of Brazil, was held from April 16 to 19, 2026, at the Teatro B32 in São Paulo.
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FAQs
What is considered artisanal cheese?
'Artisanal cheese' refers to cheeses produced by hand using the traditional craftsmanship of skilled cheesemakers.
What cheese is good for high triglycerides?
Choose skim or 1% milk and low-fat cheese that are good for high triglycerides.
Which cheese to avoid for high cholesterol?
Ultra-processed, extra creamy and spreadable cheeses tend to be higher in saturated fat, sodium and additives.
