Monthly Archives: March 2010

Our Top Five List of Olive Oil Myths

Posted on March 12, 2010 by consumers

TV host and comedian David Letterman has his Top Ten List. I’m starting my own list. Mine aims to set the record straight on olive oil. Below are my Top Five Olive Oil Myths: All European extra virgin olive oil … Continue reading →

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Jicama Slaw with Lemon & Extra Virgin Olive Oil Dressing

Posted on March 12, 2010 by kinetic

Jicama isn’t going to win any beauty contests. But beneath the skin of this Mexican tuber lies a pure treat. The crisp white flesh of raw jicama delivers a slightly sweet taste when added to a freshly made leaf salad. … Continue reading →

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Chef Ryan Scott’s Cabbage, Potato & White Bean Soup

Posted on March 9, 2010 by consumers

Spring is just around the corner, but at the moment winter is showing few signs of retreating in northern California.  Cool temperatures and rain are in the forecast. In other words, it’s still perfect soup weather. I have a hearty … Continue reading →

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Marie Simmons’ Cabbage Leaves Stuffed w/ Risotto/Walnuts

Posted on March 9, 2010 by kinetic

When we asked award-winning cookbook author Marie Simmons if she had a cabbage recipe she could share with us, she responded immediately: yes! Marie e-mailed us a great looking recipe for cabbage leaves stuffed with risotto and toasted walnuts. The … Continue reading →

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Health Study: Olive Oil Could Cut Risk of Blindness in Old Age

Posted on March 5, 2010 by kinetic

You’ve already heard from us about studies suggesting olive oil could be good for your heart, your bones, and your head, namely your brain. Now comes word that it could be good for your eyes, too. A new Australian study, … Continue reading →

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Olive Oil Primer: Tracking Our Olives from Tree to Bottle

Posted on March 5, 2010 by consumers

I was asked recently how we literally keep tabs on our olives – from the time our harvesters pick them, to when they are freshly crushed and the oil is bottled at the mill. You can see the evidence yourself … Continue reading →

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Chef Ryan Scott’s Caramelized Cabbage w/ Pancetta/Apples

Posted on March 2, 2010 by consumers

San Francisco chef Ryan Scott thinks cabbage is way underrated. We agree. Chef Scott – who’s worked alongside such culinary notables as Charlie Trotter, Gary Danko and Alan Wong – gives cabbage the treatment it deserves. The San Francisco caterer … Continue reading →

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Pork Cutlets w/ Maple-Spiced Cabbage & Red Apples

Posted on March 2, 2010 by caolive1

Our eyes opened wide to the possibilities of cabbage after we prepared a dish featuring maple-spiced red cabbage and apples. It was delicious, as were the accompanying breaded pork cutlets. Cabbage doesn’t always get its due. But as a converted … Continue reading →

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