On the southern slopes of the Carpathian Mountains, in a land of old-growth forests, at the foot of Moldoveanu Peak, the highest mountain peak in Romania, nestles the village of Nucșoara. Far away from civilization, the town is surrounded by unspoiled forests where brown bears roam freely, overlooking the scenic Învartita karstic lake, the largest of its kind in Romania. In the wild mountains, livestock farming is the main source of income for many families. It produces food, preserves rural environments, and provides recreation for people who use the mountains for leisure purposes, or food experiences, like tasting locally made products, that include the renowned Brădet smoked cheese.  The morning had dawned on the wild mountains. The singing of birds echoing down the long winding valley added to the stillness. A dense and damp smell of green created an immersive sensory experience. Tinkling cattle bells led by a keeper could be heard approaching from far away, collecting all the neighboring cows along the way. At gate number 19 stood a grandmother, waiting for the herd of cows to come nearer before she released hers. She was very much to look at, with her tall and slender appearance, sparkling eyes, and … Continue reading Smoked Cheese Made in the Carpathian Mountains – VIDEO