This very much reminded me of the cheese in coffee (actually any hot beverage) culture in Colombia [1]. The same basic premise that the cheese softens but does

This very much reminded me of the cheese in coffee (actually any hot beverage) culture in Colombia [1]. The same basic premise that the cheese softens but does not melt. Imparts a little extra flavor to the coffee but the best part for me is the cheese absorbs the liquid resulting in an awesome tasting cheese with unique texture. The first time I was introduced to this I thought the locals were trying to trick a silly foreigner into putting cheese into their coffee. Another favorite of mine in Colombia in putting achiras (like small cheesy bread sticks) in coffee [2]. [1] - https://www.roastycoffee.com/cheese-in-coffee/ https://www.roastycoffee.com/cheese-in-coffee/ [2] - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Achira_(biscuit) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Achira_(biscuit)