Matsoni (pronounced “madzoon”) Caspian Sea Yogurt:

**CSY is a fermented milk yogurt from the Republic of Georgia.  It is smooth and creamy and somewhat viscous with a mild, slightly tart savor.   In Japan, it is poured over cakes, salads, and fresh fruits and is relished sweetened with a little honey. 

Viili (pronounced “Fee Lee Ah”):

**Viili is a fermented milk yogurt from Finland.  It is thick and viscous, almost jelly like, very “ropey”.  It is mildly sweet and pleasant tasting.  Viili thrives on cream.  Make it with half and half for a rich dessert.  Eat it plain, served with fruit and berries, or sweetened with honey, sugar, or Stevia.  Because of its gelatinous texture, Viili makes delicious parfaits. 

Fil Mjolk (pronounced "Feelmjolk"):

**Fil Mjolk is fermented milk yogurt that comes from Sweden.  It makes a creamy custard yogurt with a very pleasant buttermilk taste and is delicious eaten plain or served with fresh fruit.  You can also make clotted cream by making Fil Mjolk with half and half and enjoy what the Europeans call Crème Fraiche (pronounced “Crem-Fresh”).  

Piima (pronounced “Pee Ma”):

**Piima is a Scandinavian fermented milk yogurt, a soft custard yogurt that is light and creamy with a slight buttermilk tang and a mild cheese flavor perfectly blended.  It is ideally suited for making buttermilk salad dressing – just add your favorite spices and vinegar and mayonaisse.  It is also good eaten plain or with added fruit or fruit juices.  

Buttermilk:

**Cultured buttermilk is a refreshing drink as well as a great addition to recipes such as pancakes and biscuits! 

*All of these are fermented at room temperature right on your counter - no need for a yogurt maker!