What is
Kefir is fermented milk made by using kefir grains containing benefiicial yeast as well as probiotic bacteria found in the yogurt.
  
Strained yogurt, Greek yogurt, yogurt cheese, labneh, is yogurt which has been strained to remove its whey, resulting in a relatively thick consistency, while preserving yogurt's distinctive, sour taste.
  
Origin
North Caucasus regions
  
Central asian countries like kazakhstan, kyrgyzstan, tajikistan, Middle East