Sharp and salty Pecorino Romano cheese made from 100% sheep’s milk. Perfect for grating over pasta, soups, and classic Italian recipes.
Description
Discover the bold flavour of Pecorino Romano, a traditional Italian hard cheese made from sheep’s milk. With its sharp, salty character and crumbly texture, this iconic Pecorino cheese is a staple in Italian kitchens.
Pecorino Romano cheese has been crafted for over 2,000 years, originating in Rome and beloved for its rich, savoury taste. Aged to perfection, it features a golden rind and a pale, compact interior that becomes firmer and more aromatic with time.
Grate it over pasta, mix it into soups, or use it to elevate your sauces – this is the cheese Pecorino lovers reach for when only the real deal will do.
Ingredients
Ingredients: Salt, Rennet, Milk
How to enjoy
Grate over spaghetti, carbonara, or amatriciana for an authentic Roman flavour.
Add to casseroles, risottos, or gratins for a salty, cheesy punch.
Enjoy with fresh pears, grapes, or figs on a cheese board.
Melt into panini or grilled cheese sandwiches.
Pair with robust Italian red wines like Chianti or Montepulciano.
With its lingering nutty, salty taste, Pecorino Romano cheese is a chef’s secret weapon and a must-have for home cooks who love bold Italian flavour.
Origin
The name Pecorino Romano comes from pecora, the Italian word for sheep – a nod to its key ingredient: 100% sheep’s milk. This variety originates in and around Rome, where it’s been produced since ancient times. Roman soldiers even carried Pecorino cheese as part of their rations.
Its production involves adding rennet to the curd, then aging the cheese to create its famously sharp and intense aroma. With mentions dating back to Pliny the Elder, this is one of Italy’s oldest cheeses – and still one of its most loved.
Delivery
Delivery Area: UK mainland only.
Courier Service: DPD for reliable next-day delivery (1–2 days).
Processing Time: 1–2 working days before dispatch.
I recently bought some Pecorino cheese , along with a 400g cut of Guanciale. This was my first time purchase fresh ‘ food off the internet so I was a bit wary , but I needn’t have worried. The cheese arrived in a foil pack with the Guanciale , protected by a chiller pack inside.
I’d watched so many videos on Italian cooking ( mostly the Roman dishes ), that I felt I had to taste the real thing. I usually use Parmigiano Reggiano from Tescos which is fine , but I could taste the difference with the Pecorino. ( I still use the Parmesan , sometimes combining with the Pecorino which works well ).
Deciding to order the authentic ingredients from you had opened my eyes … unfortunately it hasn’t made me a better cook, but I’m loving my pasta even more than before.
Thanks guys,
Eddie
Enjoyed the sausages in a pasta dish, hubby said it was excellent, havent used the cheeses yet but im sure i will once i make the meals i have planned for them
The Italian Pecorino Romano cheese is lovey. It is a firm cheese with a nice salty taste. Toast some bread, slice on the cheese and it's a great meal/snack. Ordered several times now and the quality is of a high standard and lasts well. The original rind is included on one side of the cheese representing authenticity. Highly recommend this company. Fast delivery, never had an issue and been ordering regularly since last year/Spring 2025.