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Lioni’s Burrata Con Tartufo Honored with Super Gold at the 2015 World Cheese Awards

Union, NJ—November 30, 2015 – Lioni’s Burrata Con Tartufo received a Super Gold and was named one of the World’s 62 Best Cheeses at the 2015 World Cheese Awards. The World Cheese Awards was held on November, 26, 2015 at the BBC Good Food Show Winter at the NEC, Birmingham, UK. This year a panel of 250 cheese experts from around the world including Italy, France, Australia, Japan and the USA, judged over 2700 entries with 62 of the world’s best cheeses selected for Super Gold awards.

Lioni’s Burrata Con Tartufo features the rare delicacy of black truffles originating from Italy’s region of Umbria. The panna, which is made from creamy milk, is merged with carefully spun pieces of curd called pasta filata. The Italian truffles, add a rich and earthy aromatic flavor to the luscious and creamy filled center. With its pure flavor, creamy texture and delicate blend of the finest imported truffles, Lioni creates a supremely sophisticated and indulgent burrata cheese.

Giuseppe and Salvatore Salzarulo, owners of Lioni Latticini feel privileged to have received such a prestigious honor at one of the most respected and largest cheese competitions in the world. Lioni is proud to be recognized and is pleased to continue to share this exceptional handcrafted Italian treasure.

About Lioni Latticini, Inc.

The Salzarulo Family began its tradition in the Latticini business in the town of Lioni, Italy, many decades ago. Bringing old world Italian values and traditions to Brooklyn, NY, they transformed their small neighborhood family business into a nationally renowned manufacturer and distributor of fresh mozzarella. Utilizing modern technology and computer-monitored equipment imported directly from Italy, a strict attention to detail goes into every step of production. Lioni supplies buyers with a full product line of fresh mozzarella and imported Mozzarella Di Bufala for both food service and retail demands across the United States. They currently ship nationally each week via refrigerated trucking. For more information, contact Lioni Latticini, Inc. 555 Lehigh Avenue, Union, NJ 07083 (908) 686-6061 or lori@lionimozzarella.com. www.lionimozzarella.com