Technically, Farina is the category of food, and Cream of Wheat is a brand within that category. Think of it like this: Farina is the “soda” of the hot cereal world, and Cream of Wheat is “Coca-Cola.”
Both are made from the endosperm of wheat grains—the starchy, inner part that’s milled into a fine, powdery meal. When you cook them, they transform into that smooth, comforting, porridge-like texture that feels like a hug in a bowl.
But here’s where it gets interesting: Not all Farina is Cream of Wheat, but Cream of Wheat is a type of Farina. Mind blown yet?
