Cotija cheese

Aged, dry, salty crumbling Mexican cheese used as a finishing cheese.

Perishable

What it is

How we read a bare request for this: Aged/dry and young/fresher forms are separate; no age is inferred from a bare request.
Where it is used: A salted Mexican cow's-milk cheese used for crumbling or grating; age changes texture and use.

Also called

cotija, cotija cheese

Forms that matter

Aged dry crumbling cotija
A firmer, drier, saltier cotija suited to crumbling or grating.

Used for: Finish tacos, salads, beans, soups, and corn dishes.

Not interchangeable with: generic queso fresco; Parmigiano Reggiano; pre-shredded Mexican cheese blend.
Young fresher cotija
A younger, moister cotija that still crumbles but is less dry than aged cotija.

Used for: Crumble over dishes where a softer cotija texture is wanted.

Not interchangeable with: generic queso fresco; feta; pre-shredded Mexican cheese blend.

Easily confused with

Queso panela — Cotija is salted and crumbling/grating; panela is fresh and sliceable/grillable. Neither is generic queso fresco for the other.
Oaxaca cheese / quesillo — Oaxaca cheese is elastic and made to melt; cotija is salted and used to crumble or grate. The shared Mexican-cheese shelf is not equivalence.

Where to look

Recorded against Cotija cheese itself, naming no particular form. A form you go on to choose may be sourced differently.

Chain listings

Kroger — first-party chain catalog

Chain listing

Recorded for the ingredient generally, not the exact product you asked for.

Chain listing · Observed Sep 1, 2026 · Stock not confirmed. No local branch confirmed. Older source for a perishable item; recheck before visiting.

Confirm before visiting — phone not recorded. The retained source observation is dated 2026-09-01 and original retrieval is 2026-09-01; Current listing and physical shelf presence are not established.

Check the chain listing, then confirm with the local branch before making a trip.

Store website

Why we show this source

Why this source: Known source
What we know about stock: Not confirmed
Where this evidence applies: Chain-wide
Typical availability: Unknown
Evidence date: 2026-09-01 (observation date)

Known source within the stated scope; this is not a guarantee of current stock. A source relationship exists, but present stock has not been established. Evidence applies to a chain catalog or company program, not automatically to every location. Evidence observation date 2026-09-01 (Kroger).

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; this is a chain listing with no local stock signal

Evidence used for this claim

A reviewed research pass observation carries the first-party title “Cacique® Cotija Part Skim Milk Cheese”, supporting a chain-wide source relationship for the ingredient concept. The authoring package was generated 2026-09-02T00:13:59+00:00; the predecessor reconstruction performed no network retrieval and its input lacked the reservoir's original retrieval date. Listing currency and shelf stock are therefore not established. publication unknown. earlier original occurrences remain in the shared provenance.

Kroger · Sep 1, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source

Record last re-checked 2026-09-02. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.

Evidence & details

Why this source: Known source
What we know about stock: Not confirmed
Where this evidence applies: Chain-wide
Typical availability: Unknown
Evidence date: 2026-09-01 (observation date)

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; this is a chain listing with no local stock signal

Evidence used for this claim

A reviewed research pass observation carries the first-party title “Cacique® Cotija Part Skim Milk Cheese”, supporting a chain-wide source relationship for the ingredient concept. The authoring package was generated 2026-09-02T00:13:59+00:00; the predecessor reconstruction performed no network retrieval and its input lacked the reservoir's original retrieval date. Listing currency and shelf stock are therefore not established. publication unknown. earlier original occurrences remain in the shared provenance.

Kroger · Sep 1, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source

Record last re-checked 2026-09-02. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.

Where to look — by form

Each of these is recorded against one particular form or product, named on the card. None of them is a claim about Cotija cheese in general, and none is a claim about any other form. Search a form by name to source it as your actual request.

Local places to look

Walmart Supercenter #272 — Franklin

Local

La Chona Cotija Mexican Style Grated Cheese 16 oz. Bag, Refrigerated.

Store-specific listing · Observed Sep 11, 2026 · Currently listed on that date — not a live check. Older source for a perishable item; recheck before visiting.

3600 Mallory Ln, Franklin, TN

Directions in Google Maps

Phone not recorded. Catalog state may change before a shopping trip.

Confirm with the source before making a special trip.

Open listing

Why we show this source

Why this source: Known source
What we know about stock: Currently listed (as recorded — Observed Sep 11, 2026; not a live check)
Where this evidence applies: Store-specific
Typical availability: Unknown
Evidence date: 2026-09-11 (observation date)

Known source within the stated scope; this is not a guarantee of current stock. Currently listed on a first-party surface; a listing is not confirmed shelf presence. Evidence applies to this named location. Evidence observation date 2026-09-11 (Walmart Supercenter #272).

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; the exact product or form is not confirmed at this location

Evidence used for this claim

On 2026-09-11, the retained Walmart Supercenter #272 surface recorded the exact item 'La Chona Cotija Mexican Style Grated Cheese 16 oz. Bag, Refrigerated.' at Store-specific scope. This establishes a dated catalog relationship, not physical shelf stock, on-hand quantity, or future availability.

Walmart Supercenter #272 · Sep 11, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source
The source records Walmart Supercenter #272 in the exact context 3600 Mallory Ln, Franklin, TN 37067. This establishes merchant/location identity only; it does not establish shelf stock.

Walmart Supercenter #272 · Sep 11, 2026 (observation date) · supports the location claim · source

Record last re-checked 2026-09-11. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.

Evidence & details

Why this source: Known source
What we know about stock: Currently listed (as recorded — Observed Sep 11, 2026; not a live check)
Where this evidence applies: Store-specific
Typical availability: Unknown
Evidence date: 2026-09-11 (observation date)

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; the exact product or form is not confirmed at this location

Evidence used for this claim

On 2026-09-11, the retained Walmart Supercenter #272 surface recorded the exact item 'La Chona Cotija Mexican Style Grated Cheese 16 oz. Bag, Refrigerated.' at Store-specific scope. This establishes a dated catalog relationship, not physical shelf stock, on-hand quantity, or future availability.

Walmart Supercenter #272 · Sep 11, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source
The source records Walmart Supercenter #272 in the exact context 3600 Mallory Ln, Franklin, TN 37067. This establishes merchant/location identity only; it does not establish shelf stock.

Walmart Supercenter #272 · Sep 11, 2026 (observation date) · supports the location claim · source

Record last re-checked 2026-09-11. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.

Kroger — Cool Springs

Local

Cacique® Cotija Part Skim Milk Cheese

Store-specific listing · Observed Sep 9, 2026 · Currently listed on that date — not a live check. Older source for a perishable item; recheck before visiting.

2020 Mallory Ln, Franklin, TN

Directions in Google Maps

Call before making a special trip.

Call store

Why we show this source

Why this source: Known source
What we know about stock: Currently listed (as recorded — Observed Sep 9, 2026; not a live check)
Where this evidence applies: Store-specific
Typical availability: Unknown
Evidence date: 2026-09-09 (observation date)

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; the exact product or form is not confirmed at this location

Evidence used for this claim

On 2026-09-09, the first-party Kroger surface recorded 'Cacique® Cotija Part Skim Milk Cheese' as currently listed at Store-specific scope. Selected-store digital listing does not confirm physical shelf stock or quantity.

Kroger · Sep 9, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source

Record last re-checked 2026-09-09. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.

Evidence & details

Why this source: Known source
What we know about stock: Currently listed (as recorded — Observed Sep 9, 2026; not a live check)
Where this evidence applies: Store-specific
Typical availability: Unknown
Evidence date: 2026-09-09 (observation date)

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; the exact product or form is not confirmed at this location

Evidence used for this claim

On 2026-09-09, the first-party Kroger surface recorded 'Cacique® Cotija Part Skim Milk Cheese' as currently listed at Store-specific scope. Selected-store digital listing does not confirm physical shelf stock or quantity.

Kroger · Sep 9, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source

Record last re-checked 2026-09-09. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.

Talpa Supermercados — Nolensville Pike

Local

El Jaliciense Queso Cotija 8oz 8 OZ

Store-specific listing · Observed Sep 9, 2026 · Currently listed on that date — not a live check. Older source for a perishable item; recheck before visiting.

Call before making a special trip.

Call store
Why we show this source

Why this source
Known source

What we know about stock
Currently listed (as recorded — Observed Sep 9, 2026; not a live check)

Where this evidence applies
Store-specific

Typical availability
Unknown

Evidence date
2026-09-09 (observation date)

Known source within the stated scope; this is not a guarantee of current stock. Currently listed on a first-party surface; a listing is not confirmed shelf presence. Evidence applies to this named location. Evidence observation date 2026-09-09 (Talpa).

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; the exact product or form is not confirmed at this location

Evidence used for this claim
- On 2026-09-09, the first-party Talpa surface recorded 'El Jaliciense Queso Cotija 8oz 8 OZ' as currently listed at Store-specific scope. Selected-store digital listing does not confirm physical shelf stock or quantity.
  
  Talpa · Sep 9, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source
Record last re-checked 2026-09-09. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.
Evidence & details

Why this source
Known source

What we know about stock
Currently listed (as recorded — Observed Sep 9, 2026; not a live check)

Where this evidence applies
Store-specific

Typical availability
Unknown

Evidence date
2026-09-09 (observation date)

Known source within the stated scope; this is not a guarantee of current stock. Currently listed on a first-party surface; a listing is not confirmed shelf presence. Evidence applies to this named location. Evidence observation date 2026-09-09 (Talpa).

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; the exact product or form is not confirmed at this location

Evidence used for this claim
- On 2026-09-09, the first-party Talpa surface recorded 'El Jaliciense Queso Cotija 8oz 8 OZ' as currently listed at Store-specific scope. Selected-store digital listing does not confirm physical shelf stock or quantity.
  
  Talpa · Sep 9, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source
Record last re-checked 2026-09-09. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.
Fud Queso Cotija Estilo mexicano Mexican Style Grating Cheese 16 oz

Store-specific listing · Observed Sep 8, 2026 · Currently listed on that date — not a live check. Older source for a perishable item; recheck before visiting.

Call before making a special trip.

Call store
Why we show this source

Why this source
Known source

What we know about stock
Currently listed (as recorded — Observed Sep 8, 2026; not a live check)

Where this evidence applies
Store-specific

Typical availability
Unknown

Evidence date
2026-09-08 (observation date)

Known source within the stated scope; this is not a guarantee of current stock. Currently listed on a first-party surface; a listing is not confirmed shelf presence. Evidence applies to this named location. Evidence observation date 2026-09-08 (Talpa Supermercados).

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; the exact product or form is not confirmed at this location

Evidence used for this claim
- Pantryward assessed the cited Talpa Supermercados — Nashville evidence as supporting cotija at Store-specific. The recorded ceiling is Currently listed; the evidence does not confirm present shelf quantity.
  
  Talpa Supermercados · Sep 8, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source
- The store selector identified Nashville at 5127 Nolensville Pike. Product listings were location-selected while delivery and pickup were separately unavailable.
  
  Talpa Supermercados · Sep 8, 2026 (observation date) · supports the location claim · source
Record last re-checked 2026-09-08. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.
Evidence & details

Why this source
Known source

What we know about stock
Currently listed (as recorded — Observed Sep 8, 2026; not a live check)

Where this evidence applies
Store-specific

Typical availability
Unknown

Evidence date
2026-09-08 (observation date)

Known source within the stated scope; this is not a guarantee of current stock. Currently listed on a first-party surface; a listing is not confirmed shelf presence. Evidence applies to this named location. Evidence observation date 2026-09-08 (Talpa Supermercados).

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; the exact product or form is not confirmed at this location

Evidence used for this claim
- Pantryward assessed the cited Talpa Supermercados — Nashville evidence as supporting cotija at Store-specific. The recorded ceiling is Currently listed; the evidence does not confirm present shelf quantity.
  
  Talpa Supermercados · Sep 8, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source
- The store selector identified Nashville at 5127 Nolensville Pike. Product listings were location-selected while delivery and pickup were separately unavailable.
  
  Talpa Supermercados · Sep 8, 2026 (observation date) · supports the location claim · source
Record last re-checked 2026-09-08. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.

5127 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN

Directions in Google Maps

Chain listings

Food Lion — chain catalog

Chain listing

La Chona Cotija Mexican Style Grated Cheese

Chain listing · Observed Sep 12, 2026 · Currently listed on that date — not a live check. No local branch confirmed. Older source for a perishable item; recheck before visiting.

Confirm before visiting — phone not recorded. Catalog state may change before a shopping trip.

Check the chain listing, then confirm with the local branch before making a trip.

Open listing

Why we show this source

Why this source: Known source
What we know about stock: Currently listed (as recorded — Observed Sep 12, 2026; not a live check)
Where this evidence applies: Chain-wide
Typical availability: Unknown
Evidence date: 2026-09-12 (observation date)

Known source within the stated scope; this is not a guarantee of current stock. Currently listed on a first-party surface; a listing is not confirmed shelf presence. Evidence applies to a chain catalog or company program, not automatically to every location. Evidence observation date 2026-09-12 (Food Lion).

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; this is a chain listing with no local stock signal

Evidence used for this claim

On 2026-09-12, the retained Food Lion surface recorded the exact item 'La Chona Cotija Mexican Style Grated Cheese' at Chain-wide scope. This establishes a dated catalog relationship, not physical shelf stock, on-hand quantity, or future availability.

Food Lion · Sep 12, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source
On 2026-09-12 the source recorded Food Lion at the scope Chain-wide. Chain catalog listing only. Product/search pages displayed Food Lion and a fulfillment postal code but never the Antioch store address, so no branch is identified here and none may be inferred. This establishes merchant and scope identity only; it does not establish shelf stock.

Food Lion · Sep 12, 2026 (observation date) · supports the scope claim · source

Record last re-checked 2026-09-12. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.

Evidence & details

Why this source: Known source
What we know about stock: Currently listed (as recorded — Observed Sep 12, 2026; not a live check)
Where this evidence applies: Chain-wide
Typical availability: Unknown
Evidence date: 2026-09-12 (observation date)

Known source within the stated scope; this is not a guarantee of current stock. Currently listed on a first-party surface; a listing is not confirmed shelf presence. Evidence applies to a chain catalog or company program, not automatically to every location. Evidence observation date 2026-09-12 (Food Lion).

Also: the ingredient is perishable; the evidence may be out of date for this kind of information; this is a chain listing with no local stock signal

Evidence used for this claim

On 2026-09-12, the retained Food Lion surface recorded the exact item 'La Chona Cotija Mexican Style Grated Cheese' at Chain-wide scope. This establishes a dated catalog relationship, not physical shelf stock, on-hand quantity, or future availability.

Food Lion · Sep 12, 2026 (observation date) · supports the relationship claim · source
On 2026-09-12 the source recorded Food Lion at the scope Chain-wide. Chain catalog listing only. Product/search pages displayed Food Lion and a fulfillment postal code but never the Antioch store address, so no branch is identified here and none may be inferred. This establishes merchant and scope identity only; it does not establish shelf stock.

Food Lion · Sep 12, 2026 (observation date) · supports the scope claim · source

Record last re-checked 2026-09-12. That is when we revisited the record, not when the evidence above was observed.