Paksu cheese
Pakšu cheese is a classic Latgale hard cheese – dense and crumbly, made from unpasteurized cow's milk, matured for 1–2 months without the rind, with a strong, salty cheese flavor.
| Dairy animal | Cow |
| Type of milk | Unpasteurized |
| Ripening time | 1-2 months |
| Fat content | Medium fat |
| Cheese rind | None |
| Structure | Dense, smooth |
| Taste description | Salty, strong cheese flavor |
| Awards | LCPS 2025 1st place |
| Additional information | Classic Latgalian hard cheese |
Project No. 25-00-C0LA2002-000001 “Culinary tourism route “Cheese Road” for the promotion and recognition of local cheese producers” is being implemented with the financial support of the EAFRD. Supported by the Ministry of Agriculture and the Rural Support Service.
