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Parmigiano Reggiano

British  
/ ˌpɑːmɪˌdʒɑːnəʊ rɛˈdʒɑːnəʊ /

noun

  1. another name for Parmesan cheese

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The U.S. campaign has prompted a rebuke from the Consorzio del Formaggio Parmigiano Reggiano, which represents hundreds of Italian producers.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 6, 2026

This box really is a treasure trove: Epoisses, Noord Hollander Gouda, 5-Year Parmigiano Reggiano, Cypress Grove Truffle Tremor, and my personal favorite, Rogue River Blue — a superstar with 20 awards to its name.

From Salon Dec. 4, 2025

The Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium, the governing body of the Italian cheese, has reportedly signed with United Talent Agency in order to pursue product placement opportunities in film and TV projects.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 20, 2025

And there is no protected designation of origin to defend it, like in the case of Champagne or Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.

From BBC Oct. 29, 2025

In 2024 alone, more than 16,000 tons of Parmigiano Reggiano were shipped to the U.S., a 13.4% increase over the year prior.

From Salon Jul. 20, 2025

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