Best 2. Handkäs mit Musik in Frankfurt
A small, translucent sour milk cheese that is low in fat but high in protein and pungent flavor. It is "hand-made" into small discs and marinated in a dressing of oil, vinegar, and plenty of chopped onions (the "music"). It is traditionally served with fresh rye bread and butter. According to local custom, you never use a fork to eat it—only a knife to spread it onto your bread. The cheese should be well-ripened; if the core is still firm and white, it is considered too young.
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A small, translucent sour milk cheese that is low in fat but high in protein and pungent flavor. It is "hand-made" into small discs and marinated in a dressing of oil, vinegar, and plenty of chopped onions (the "music"). It is traditionally served with fresh rye bread and butter. According to local custom, you never use a fork to eat it—only a knife to spread it onto your bread. The cheese should be well-ripened; if the core is still firm and white, it is considered too young.