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Mold-EnhancedThe Best Steak in North America Comes from Switzerland
In Neuhausen, Switzerland, innovative meat delicacies are being crafted, with the Edelschimmelsteak from the local LUMA manufactory now recognized as the best steak in North America.
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The Swiss LUMA manufactory won the title for the best North American steak at the World Steak Challenge.
This unique steak is aged for up to 56 days adn enhanced with noble mold.
The “LUMA US Prime Ribeye” is celebrated for its tenderness and nutty flavors.
Following the victory in London, demand for the steak surged both domestically and internationally.
The award for the best North American steak was claimed by two Swiss entrepreneurs, despite the United States being renowned for its barbecue and steak culture.
For 15 years, founders Marco Tessaro and lucas Oechslin have been perfecting their patented aging process at LUMA, employing a team of 30 in Neuhausen am Rheinfall.
Mold Enhances Flavor
The steak undergoes a unique process were it is indeed sprayed with noble mold and stored in a cool, humid surroundings. After about ten days, the mold becomes visible and permeates the meat, with the aging process lasting between 14 to 56 days depending on the cut.