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Global Cheese Varieties Dataset
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About
This dataset provides a detailed overview of cheese varieties from across the globe, including their origins, characteristics, and production details. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding the vast world of cheese, offering insights into types of milk used, countries of origin, regional specialities, and sensory attributes such as texture, flavour, and aroma. The dataset allows users to explore the diversity of cheese, investigate relationships between various characteristics, and delve into the context of this ancient, nutritious food.
Columns
- cheese: The name of the cheese.
- url: The specific web address for the cheese's description on cheese.com.
- milk: The type of milk used for the cheese, where known.
- country: The country or countries where the cheese originated.
- region: The specific region of production, either within a country or a broader geographical description.
- family: The classification or family to which the cheese belongs, if applicable.
- type: Broad descriptive types of the cheese.
- fat_content: The percentage or range of fat content in the cheese.
- calcium_content: The calcium content of the cheese, including units, where known.
- texture: A description of the cheese's texture.
- rind: The type of rind present on the cheese.
- color: The colour of the cheese.
- flavor: Characteristic descriptions of the cheese's taste.
- aroma: Characteristic descriptions of the cheese's smell.
- vegetarian: Indicates whether cheese.com considers the cheese suitable for vegetarians.
- vegan: Indicates whether cheese.com considers the cheese suitable for vegans.
- synonyms: Alternative names by which the cheese is known.
- alt_spellings: Alternative spellings of the cheese's name, which may overlap with synonyms.
- producers: Known producers of the cheese.
Distribution
The dataset is typically provided in a CSV format and comprises 18 distinct columns. It contains information for 1187 unique cheese varieties, as indicated by the number of unique URLs. While the dataset offers extensive detail, some columns have a significant number of missing values, such as fat content (79% missing) and calcium content (98% missing). Other columns like synonyms, alternative spellings, and producers also show a notable proportion of missing data.
Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Exploring the vast array of cheese varieties from across the globe.
- Investigating potential relationships between attributes such as fat content and cheese type, texture, flavour, or aroma.
- Supporting culinary research and recipe development by providing detailed cheese characteristics.
- Facilitating data analysis and machine learning projects focused on food science and characteristics.
- Conducting geographic studies related to cheese production and origins.
Coverage
The dataset's geographic scope is global, encompassing cheeses from various countries and regions worldwide, with the United States and France being the most frequently listed origin countries. The information reflects a time period of 2024. The unit of analysis is individual cheese varieties. It is important to note that while aiming for global coverage, data availability for specific attributes like fat and calcium content is limited for many entries.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
- Food scientists and researchers can analyse cheese characteristics, nutritional profiles, and regional specialities.
- Culinary professionals and chefs can discover new cheese varieties, understand their flavour profiles, and aid in recipe creation.
- Data analysts and machine learning enthusiasts can develop models to predict cheese attributes or uncover patterns within the data.
- Food bloggers and content creators can generate engaging content about cheese, its history, and diverse types.
- Consumers interested in learning more about cheese varieties and their properties.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Cheese Varieties Dataset
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- Cheese Attributes Explorer
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Attributes
Original Data Source: Global Cheese Varieties Dataset
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