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Monthly Archives: February 2010
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Shines in Baked Goods – Study
My unofficial taste tests have already convinced me extra virgin olive oil can be used instead of butter in baking. Now the Greeks are showing olive oil can be an excellent substitute for trans fat-laden shortenings in commercially baked products … Continue reading
Italy’s Gourmet Olive Oil Cops Sniff Out Counterfeit EVOO
I’ve just learned that Italy has trained some of its cops to become crack olive oil tasters. Their mission: distinguish between bogus extra virgin olive oil and the real thing. You may have read that Italy has had a bit … Continue reading
Chef Jamie West’s Pan-Seared Scallops with Risotto
Here’s another great recipe from Jamie West, executive chef at California-based Ojai Valley Inn & Spa. This one features pan-seared diver scallops combined with a cooked tomato and basil puree. Chef West calls the tomato puree a fondue. To make … Continue reading
Jim Lahey’s “Really Easy” No-Knead Potato Pizza
Our friend Sam Fromartz isn’t your ordinary home baker. You may recall I wrote about him last year, noting how his baguettes were judged No. 1 in Washington in a blind tasting against professional bakeries. More recently, Sam got a … Continue reading
Health Study: Med. Diet + Exercise Could Cut Alzheimer’s Risk
Your brain will thank you for working out at the gym and eating plenty of fruits, vegetables and olive oil. A recent study suggests you could significantly cut your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease if you’re more physically active and … Continue reading
Yogurt Cake Made w/ Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Yogurt cake is a household staple in France. It’s easy to make and tastes great. And it’s a productive way to use up extra yogurt sitting in your fridge. The recipe for this yogurt cake comes to us by way … Continue reading
Schwarzenegger, the “Governator,” Poses w/ our EVOO
Can you guess where California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is holding this bottle of California Olive Ranch extra virgin olive oil? The “Governator,” as he’s known, was more than happy to be photographed with a bottle of our Arbequina EVOO. No … Continue reading
