What could be better than an Italian tiramisu? A freshly made cheesecake prepared in Rossini’s signature style! A sweet dessert, well-known, loved, and recommended worldwide, that you can enjoy with all your senses at any time of the year. A delight fit for the gods with fascinating stories and curiosities behind it that we’ll uncover in this article dedicated to cheesecake and its captivating history. If you’re a dessert lover or simply curious, this article is entirely for you. We hope you enjoy it!
The Origins of Cheesecake
While many people believe that cheesecake originates from America, the truth is that the recipe has been known for centuries. In ancient Greece, a similar dish was prepared using a mixture of flour, crushed cheese, and honey, cooked slowly. Due to its high caloric content, it was a common food consumed by Greek athletes during training or competitions as a dietary supplement.
Thanks to trade and the Olympic Games, the dish became popular worldwide, particularly in the Roman Empire, where they created their version known as "placenta."
The Rise of Cheesecake Around the World
During the 16th century, several European chefs began adapting their recipes thanks to the incorporation of new cooking techniques. American immigrants were influenced by this dessert and brought it to their new lands. Among all chefs, the German Arnold Reuben stands out for creating the contemporary New York-style cheesecake recipe.
So much so that July 30th became National Cheesecake Day, a date dedicated to celebrating the creation of this delightful dessert.
A British Restaurant Dedicated to Cheesecake
Can you imagine a restaurant where you can only find cheesecake? Such a place exists—a chain known as "The Cheesecake Factory."
Cheesecakes Are Not Always Sweet
It’s hard to believe, but savory cheesecakes really do exist.
The World’s Largest Cheesecake
According to the Guinness World Records, the world’s largest cheesecake was prepared by Charles Chamouton and his 50 chefs on January 25, 2009, in Mexico City.
And with that, we conclude our article dedicated to cheesecake and its curiosities. A captivating European dessert that conquered the world on its own… and now, before we say goodbye, we invite you to discover our selection of Italian desserts. Book your table now to try them at Rossini.