Question 1

True or false: Feta cheese was invented in France in the 18th century.

Accepted Answer

False. Feta originated in ancient Greece, with records of brined cheese production dating back to Homer's Odyssey. France has no claim.

Question 2

True or false: Feta can be stored in olive oil and herbs to extend its shelf life for months.

Accepted Answer

True. Submerging feta in olive oil with herbs creates an anaerobic environment, slowing mold growth and preserving flavor for months.

Question 3

True or false: Feta has less salt than most other aged cheeses like cheddar or parmesan.

Accepted Answer

False. Feta is brined, making it one of the saltiest cheeses—often containing 2-3% salt, far higher than cheddar's typical 1-2%.

Question 4

True or false: Feta is made exclusively from sheep's milk or a mix with up to 30% goat's milk.

Accepted Answer

True. True feta must be at least 70% sheep's milk, with the rest goat's milk. Cow's milk versions are banned from using the name in the EU.

Question 5

True or false: Feta cheese is naturally lactose-free because aging breaks down all lactose.

Accepted Answer

False. Aged cheeses like feta lose most lactose, but trace amounts remain. Truly lactose-free means zero, which feta isn't.

Question 6

True or false: The European Union granted feta Protected Designation of Origin status in 2002.

Accepted Answer

True. Only cheese produced in specific Greek regions and following traditional methods can legally be called 'feta' in the EU.

Question 7

True or false: Feta is typically made from pasteurized milk in all Greek dairies.

Accepted Answer

False. Many traditional Greek producers still use raw, unpasteurized sheep's milk for authentic feta, though pasteurized versions are common for export.

Question 8

True or false: Real feta cheese is aged in wooden barrels for at least two months.

Accepted Answer

True. Traditional feta is aged in wooden barrels or metal vats for a minimum of two months, which gives it a tangy, creamy texture.

Feta cheese Trivia Questions