Monthly Archives: July 2009

Can I use Extra Virgin Olive Oil to Sauté and Fry Food – Yes!

Posted on July 14, 2009 by caolive1

A blogger named Katie who writes a neat cooking blog, Kitchen Stewardship, recently asked us about using extra virgin olive oil when sautéing and roasting food: I’m working on the safe heating point of EVOO (and virgin olive oil). What … Continue reading →

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Olive Oil Recipe: Chef Patrick Dahms’ Summer Peach Salad

Posted on July 9, 2009 by consumers

I recently had the pleasure of meeting San Diego chef Patrick Dahms at the “mini” Harvest Retreat we sponsored in May. We hold these retreats once or twice a year for our customers, typically chefs and distributors. In this case, … Continue reading →

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Extra Virgin Olive Oil Recipe: Goat Cheese Rosemary Spread

Posted on July 9, 2009 by caolive1

We dreamed up a simple but delicious dish several years ago that combines three favorite ingredients: goat cheese, rosemary and extra virgin olive oil. This freshly made goat cheese spread is a popular request around the house on special occasions, … Continue reading →

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Cook’s Illustrated Rates California Olive Ranch No. 1 Olive Oil

Posted on July 6, 2009 by caolive1

I tuned in to NBC’s Weekend Today show yesterday and was thrilled to see Cook’s Illustrated magazine has rated our Arbequina the No. 1 tasting California extra virgin olive oil. Food expert Jack Bishop, who oversees editorial operations at the … Continue reading →

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Cook’s Illustrated Rates California Olive Ranch No. 1 Olive Oil

Posted on July 6, 2009 by consumers

I tuned in to NBC’s Weekend Today show yesterday and was thrilled to see Cook’s Illustrated magazine has rated our Arbequina the No. 1 tasting California extra virgin olive oil. Food expert Jack Bishop, who oversees editorial operations at the … Continue reading →

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Olive Oil Recipe: “The Only Marinade You Will Ever Need”

Posted on July 3, 2009 by consumers

If grilling master Steven Raichlen was stranded on a desert island and had only one marinade he could cook with, he’d pick one created from extra virgin oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Appropriately enough, Raichlen dubs this marinade: “The … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Extra Virgin Olive Oil Brownies

Posted on July 3, 2009 by caolive1

I recently got the chance to savor some brownies made from our Arbequina extra virgin olive oil. They were as rich and chocolate-laden as any brownie I’ve ever had. And without the stick of butter the typical recipe requires. They’d … Continue reading →

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California Olive Ranch EVOO to be on NBC’s Today Show

Posted on July 2, 2009 by caolive1

I just took to the keyboard to dash off a quick heads-up. Please tune in to NBC’s Today Show this Sunday, July 5th. I learned the news only earlier today. And the details are still sketchy. But you’ll get to … Continue reading →

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California Olive Ranch EVOO to be on NBC’s Today Show

Posted on July 2, 2009 by consumers

I just took to the keyboard to dash off a quick heads-up. Please tune in to NBC’s Today Show this Sunday, July 5th. I learned the news only earlier today. And the details are still sketchy. But you’ll get to … Continue reading →

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