TORONTO, Sep. 2, 2025 (CNW Group via COMTEX) --
Canadians are discovering a new taste of Europe as traditional Latvian dairy products make their way into local markets through the EU-backed campaign "Premium European Products: Better Knowledge, Better Choices."Â From milk drinks and sour cream to cream cheese and cottage cheese, these specialties reflect centuries of Baltic dairy craftsmanship. Produced with a focus on purity, freshness, and respect for tradition, Latvian dairy brings authentic flavors and versatile ingredients from Northern Europe straight to Canadian kitchens.
Canadian consumers are increasingly curious about global food traditions, and Latvian dairy offers a distinctive new option in this landscape. With Canada's diverse culinary scene and growing appetite for authentic international products, these dairy specialties provide both home cooks and chefs with versatile ingredients that can be used in familiar dishes or inspire new creations.
Try It at Home: Latvian Cottage Cheese & Berry Parfait
 A simple recipe that highlights the fresh flavor of Latvian dairy:
Instructions:Â Layer cottage cheese and berries in a glass, drizzle with honey, and enjoy a naturally wholesome breakfast or snack, combining the freshness of dairy with the sweetness of berries.
Latvia's dairy products are renowned for their quality, rooted in Baltic tradition and perfected for contemporary Canadian kitchens. Among the standout products now available in Canada are:
To explore more about the quality of Latvian dairy, watch this short video: here
Join the Movement: Connect with Premium European Products
We invite Canadian food professionals, chefs, retailers, and distributors to explore collaboration opportunities with the "Premium European Products" campaign. For more information on where to find these premium products or to learn how to partner with the campaign, please visit https://premiumeuropeanproducts.eu/, email us to info@premiumeuropeanproducts.eu or follow us on social media:
ETHEAS and LDC invite Canadian importers, distributors, and foodservice leaders to explore these exceptional European products and form collaborations that support shared goals of quality, transparency, and sustainability.
About "PREMIUM EUROPEAN PRODUCTS" PROGRAM
The campaign:Â "Premium European Products: Better Knowledge, Better Choices" is co-funded by the European Union and managed by the National Union of Agricultural Cooperatives of Greece (ETHEAS) and the Latvian Dairy Committee (LDC). It aims to promote exquisite added-value products in Canada, South Korea, and Malaysia, including PDO olive oils, table olives, dried grapes, saffron, hard cheese, gum, and gum oil from Greece, as well as dairy products, candied fruits, chocolates, confectionery, and salty snacks from Latvia. Spanning from 2024 to 2026, the program seeks to significantly elevate the profile of European products in these markets through a four-pronged approach: raising awareness, enhancing recognition among consumers, increasing consumption, and boosting exports to Canada, Malaysia, and South Korea.
The beneficiaries:Â The National Union of Agricultural Cooperatives of Greece (ETHEAS), established by the Greek State Law, coordinates over 300 agricultural cooperatives across Greece, representing about 80% of the total turnover of such cooperatives. It focuses on rural and cooperative development, supports member activities domestically and internationally, issues opinions on agricultural matters, supervises cooperative promotion, and conducts educational activities. The Latvian Dairy Committee (LDC), established in 1995, represents Latvian milk producers and aims to protect their interests. It consists of 17 members producing approximately 80% of industrially produced milk in Latvia.
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Gemma Bosch, Gbosch@colangelopr.com
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