Pecorino Romano Locatelli

Sheep's Milk Cheese

$12.00

Dating back to ancient Roman times, Pecorino Romano is one of the world’s oldest recorded cheeses. Pecorino is an Italian word meaning from sheep’s milk, and Romano indicates that this cheese is of Roman descent. All Pecorino Romano is made in either Lazio, Tuscany, or Sardinia during the months between November and June. These three regions have very similar pastures and breeds of sheep, ensuring consistent flavor and quality. Pecorino Romano is a name protected (DOC) cheese; its production overseen by the Consorzio per la Tulela del Formaggio Pecorino Romano. There are numerous Pecorinos made throughout Italy, but only one Pecorino Romano. Perhaps the most famous brand for Pecorino Romano in the U.S. is Locatelli. Aged for a minimum of nine months, this cheese is hard and dense; strong and sharp in flavor. It is pale yellow in color, with a black paper rind bearing the name Locatelli. Grate this cheese and serve it over pasta, soups, and salads. As a dessert, serve it chunked, drizzled with honey, and paired with ripe pears.

Local Pickup Ordering

Orders will be fulfilled during hours of operation. If orders are placed after hours or within an hour of closing, your order will be ready the next day we are open.

1. Order Online

Browse our products, add them to your cart, and place your order. During checkout, please note if you cannot receive text messages, and we can call instead.

2. We Will Contact You To Arrange Pick Up

You will receive a text message or a call when your order is ready. Curbside or instore pickup is available, and we can arrange and agree a time within store hours that suits you.  You can even arrange pick up at the Farmers Market in Rochester! (seasonal)

3. Arrive At Store At Arranged Time

For curbside pick up  – your order will be available for you in our outdoor cooler in our porch area.

For instore pick up – let us know you are here for order pick up and we will get your order for you.

Enjoy!