The Undisputed Queen of Fresh Cheeses
Cut the mozzarella in half and watch the milk slowly flow out — that's the moment your customers never forget. Mozzarella di Bufala Campana PDO is Italy's most prestigious fresh cheese, made with 100% Mediterranean buffalo milk. Intense flavour, unique elastic texture, an incomparable sensory experience — certified and fully artisanal.
If your kitchen stands for quality, this is where it starts.
PDO Characteristics
Zone de Production
Territory:
- Campanie (provinces : Caserte, Salerne)
- Latium (provinces : Latina, Frosinone, Rome)
- Pouilles (Foggia)
- Molise (bordering areas)
Profil Technique
| Parameter | Valeur |
|---|---|
| Lait | 100% Mediterranean buffalo |
| Poids | 50g - 800g (formats multiples) |
| Humidité | 60-65% |
| Fat | Min 52% d.m. |
| Shelf life | 3-7 jours |
| Saveur | Intense, sweet, tangy |
Buffalo vs. Cow's Milk
| Aspect | Buffalo PDO | Fior di Latte (Cow) |
|---|---|---|
| Milk | 100% bufflonne | 100% vache |
| Flavour | Intense, caractéristique | Delicate, neutral |
| Fat | 52% (plus riche) | 40-45% |
| Prix/kg | €18-28 | €10-15 |
| Use | Cru, dégustation | Pizza, cooking |
| Texture | Élastique, fibreuse | Compact, soft |
Utilisation en Cuisine
Gourmet Caprese
- Buffalo mozzarella 250g
- Cherry tomatoes
- Basilic frais
- Quality extra virgin olive oil
- Sel Maldon
Gourmet Margherita Pizza
Garniture :
- San Marzano tomato
- Buffalo mozzarella AFTER baking (not before!)
- Extra virgin olive oil
LAPA Buffalo Mozzarella
- ✅ PDO Certified
- ✅ Fraîcheur 24-48h après production
- ✅ Chaîne du froid garantie
- ✅ Formats : 125g, 250g, 500g
- ✅ Livraison 24-48h en Suisse
Available Formats
- 125g : Portion individuelle
- 250g: Classic (1-2 people)
- 500g: Sharing
- Bocconcini 50g: For salads
Wine Pairings
- 🍷 Falanghina - Campanian, fresh
- 🍷 Greco di Tufo - Structuré
- 🍷 Fiano di Avellino - Élégant
- 🍷 Prosecco - Light bubbles
FAQ
What's the difference between buffalo mozzarella and burrata?
Mozzarella di Bufala :
- Compact pasta filata
- 100% buffalo milk
- Uniform elastic texture
- Saveur intense
Burrata :
- Pasta filata shell + stracciatella filling
- Cow's milk (typically)
- Creamy inner texture
- More delicate flavor
How to store buffalo mozzarella?
Store in original liquid in the refrigerator at 4-8°C. Consume within 3-7 days of opening. Bring to room temperature 30 minutes before serving to unlock full flavour.
Why does buffalo mozzarella cost more?
- Milk yield: Buffaloes produce LESS milk (10L/day vs. 25L cows)
- Milk quality: Richer, fattier, more protein
- Breeding: More expensive, delicate animals
- Transformation : Artisanale, très fraîche
- PDO: Strict controls, traceability
Conclusion
Picture your customer's smile after the first bite of a caprese made with mozzarella that left Campania just hours earlier. Mozzarella di Bufala Campana PDO is not just an ingredient — it's the mark of kitchens that take quality seriously. With over 2,000 carefully selected Italian products, LAPA is your trusted partner in Switzerland.
LAPA guarantees: PDO certification, freshness within 24-48h of production, fast delivery across Switzerland. Call us: +41 76 361 70 21.
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