Javier Vargas Barajas
Javier Vargas Barajas is a third-generation cheese producer from Cotija, Michoacán, who has dedicated his life to the artisanal craft of making Cotija cheese. At 30 years old, he operates his own workshop, where he meticulously follows traditional methods that have been passed down through generations. Javier emphasizes the importance of using free-range criollo cattle and artisanal techniques to produce high-quality cheese, while lamenting the declining interest from younger generations in the demanding craft.
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Javier Vargas Barajas learned the craft of cheese making from a young age and now runs his own workshop.
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