In Camembert's case, Penicillium camemberti ... which is further coated with an ivory mold. Ideally, the cheese is enjoyed at room temperature -- at which point, it begins to 'weep' or gradually ...

The iconic cheese originated in the northern French ... the traditional recipe using raw milk and ladles it into molds by hand. "Camembert is milk, territory, and authenticity," Le 5 Frères ...