The larvae of the cheese fly (Piophila casei) are deliberately introduced to pecorino cheese, where their digestive action produces an advanced level of fermentation, including a breakdown of the cheese’s fats. The cheese’s texture softens, and a liquid called làgrima (‘teardrop’) may seep out.
Source: Wikipedia.



Ehhhhh, I’ve had dead insects before. It wasn’t great, but like I said, try everything once