Cheese Wheel Pasta: Shop Parmigiano Reggiano in Canada

Cheese wheel pasta is made by tossing hot, freshly cooked pasta inside a large wheel of hard cheese. This allows the heat to soften the cheese and coat the pasta. Often associated with Italian restaurant dining, this impressive preparation can also be recreated at home with the right cheese wheel for pasta.

Part of its appeal is the presentation. The cheese wheel becomes part of the meal itself, making a simple pasta dinner feel more special when entertaining or hosting an Italian-inspired evening.

Taste for Luxury’s 24-month Parmigiano Reggiano DOP ⅛ wheel gives you approximately 5 kg of authentic Italian cheese to bring the cheese-wheel experience to your own table. It is aged for 24 months and made fresh for you by Italian producers.

Why Parmigiano Reggiano for Cheese Wheel Pasta?

For this preparation, Parmigiano Reggiano is the cheese to buy. The 24-month version has the firm texture and developed flavour you want when the cheese itself is the star of the dish.

And you won’t be buying it for one pasta dinner alone. Once you’ve had your cheese wheel moment, use the remaining cheese to grate over pasta, shave onto salads, add to risotto or serve on a cheese board.

Why Is Cheese Wheel Pasta So Special?

Cheese wheel pasta turns the serving experience into part of the meal. Rather than simply adding sauce to cooked pasta, hot pasta gets tossed directly through the exposed cheese.

The aroma, presentation, and tableside-style technique make it particularly suited to entertaining. It is a familiar dish presented in a way that gives guests something to gather around and enjoy.

This is what makes a cheese wheel worth considering for a special dinner. The wheel acts as both the ingredient and part of the occasion.

Which Size Should You Buy?

For homemade cheese wheel pasta, you can buy the ⅛ wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano DOP. At around 5 kg and priced at $349, this will give you enough of a cheese wheel for a special dinner, entertaining, and even some leftovers afterwards.

Looking to purchase for a bigger event, restaurant or caterers? Check out the different varieties of cheese wheels from our collection. For those looking to purchase a smaller quantity, there are also some cheese wheels available in 600 g and 1 kg sizes.

Select the size of your cheese wheel according to its intended use:

• ⅛ wheel: Good size for entertaining and special dinners.
• ¼ wheel:More suitable for bigger occasions, restaurants or frequent cooking.
• 600 g–1 kg:Selected cheeses in this quantity.

More Cheese Wheels to Shop

Parmigiano Reggiano isn’t the only substantial cheese wheel in the Taste for Luxury collection. If you’re stocking up for entertaining, building a cheese board or simply want to try something different, there are several other options worth browsing.

Pecorino Romano DOP ¼ - 5 kg

A hard, salty Italian cheese made from sheep’s milk, Pecorino Romano is especially well suited to grating and is also served as a table cheese.

Bitto DOP ¼ wheel - 2.5 kg

For something beyond the usual hard Italian cheeses, Bitto DOP comes in a 2.5 kg ¼-wheel format, with an intense, rich flavour and hard texture. The wheel is also available in 600 grams and 1 kg sizes.

Grand Italia Italian Hard Cheese - ⅛ Wheel - 5 kg

At $245.05, this 5 kg wheel of Grand Italia is another notable Italian hard-cheese option for shoppers looking beyond Parmigiano Reggiano for their cheese wheel pasta.

How to Make Cheese Wheel Pasta

For home cooks, choosing the right cheese wheel makes it easier to recreate that restaurant-style presentation while enjoying authentic Italian flavour at home.

The technique to make a bowl of Parmesan cheese wheel pasta is simple:

Prepare the Cheese

Expose the interior of the cheese wheel so the hot pasta can make direct contact with the cheese.

Cook the Pasta

Cook spaghetti, tagliatelle, fettuccine, or any other pasta of your choice. Reserve a little pasta water before draining.

Toss in the Wheel

Transfer the hot pasta to the prepared wheel and toss it through the exposed cheese. If needed, add some pasta water.

Serve Immediately

Serve while the pasta is hot and the cheese is soft enough to coat it.

The preparation works best when the cheese remains the star of the dish rather than getting overshadowed by a heavy sauce.

Complete the Dish

Once your cheese is in the cart, finish the order with a few Italian pantry staples. Italian pasta pairs naturally with the cheese-wheel preparation, while a good extra-virgin olive oil makes an easy finishing touch.

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Ordering Cheese Wheels in Canada

The Parmigiano Reggiano DOP ⅛ wheel is a pre-order product with an approximate two-week waiting period. It is made fresh for you by Italian producers.

Orders placed Monday by 2 p.m. EST/ EDT are scheduled for delivery by Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of the following week. Orders placed after the Monday cut-off are delivered two weeks later. Because the product is perishable, orders do not ship over the weekend.

If you are planning a dinner around your cheese wheel, order ahead and plan around the expected delivery date.

Your order is also prepared using the eco-friendly packaging by Taste for Luxury. This is designed to help preserve quality during delivery.

FAQs

What would be the price of a Parmigiano Reggiano wheel?

Our 24-month Parmigiano Reggiano DOP ⅛ wheel costs $349 and weighs approximately 5 kg.

Where can I buy a cheese wheel for pasta in Canada?

You can buy a 24-month Parmigiano Reggiano DOP ⅛ wheel can be purchased online at the Taste for Luxury website and have it delivered to Canada.

Is there a possibility of ordering a cheese wheel at Taste for Luxury in Canada?

Yes, delivery is available for all products at Taste for Luxury. Timing varies from product to product; the Parmigiano Reggiano ⅛ wheel is a pre-order item with a waiting time of about two weeks.

Are there any other cheese wheels?

Taste for Luxury offers a variety of cheese wheels, including such items as Pecorino Romano DOP, Bitto DOP and Grand Italia, and other cheeses of Italian and European origin.

Can I use the rest of the cheese after making pasta?

Yes, the rest of the cheese can be used for grating on salads or cooking another dish, depending on the cheese type.