Monthly Archives: May 2010

Fish Tacos w/ Cilantro Slaw, Chipotle Crème & Pico de Gallo

Posted on May 28, 2010 by consumers

Living on the West Coast means I get access to lots of good Mexican food and seafood. Here’s a way to enjoy a combination of the two at home: whip up some easy fish tacos. This recipe combines cilantro slaw, … Continue reading →

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Top Ten List of Grilling Tips + Tips for Grilling w/ Olive Oil

Posted on May 28, 2010 by caolive1

With summer about to arrive, we decided it was time to consult some grilling experts for tips on cooking over live fire. We got on the phone and dug into the cookbooks of some of our favorite grilling gurus: Steven … Continue reading →

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Sautéed Spring Vegetables w/ Pepper-Parmesan Crostini

Posted on May 25, 2010 by consumers

Leeks remain on my mind ever since Mark Peel advised us to feature this flavorful vegetable in the May issue of our In Season newsletter. After the chef-owner of Campanile in Los Angeles gave us his advice, we went on … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day BBQ: Beef Tagliata w/ Rosemary & Capers

Posted on May 25, 2010 by caolive1

For something out of the ordinary, try this Italian-style grilled steak at your Memorial Day cookout. The dish features perfectly grilled meat and spicy greens all bathed in a flavorful extra virgin olive oil. The meat is topped with a … Continue reading →

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Olive Oil Health Primer: the Skinny on Trans Fats

Posted on May 21, 2010 by consumers

We recently watched the epic film “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.” The 1966 Italian  spaghetti western brought to mind a blog I wrote a couple of months back about fat. It looked at “good” unsaturated fats found in … Continue reading →

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A Look at Our Environmental & Sustainable Farming Methods

Posted on May 21, 2010 by caolive1

Many people have asked us about our “green” farming practices. We’re happy to tell them we use less water, recycle our waste, and minimize our use of fertilizer. Here are a few key details: Reduced Water Use We use half … Continue reading →

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Meatless Monday and Newly Meatless Mario Batali

Posted on May 18, 2010 by caolive1

Mario Batali is hardly one to shy away from a good prosciutto or a braised veal shank. The celebrity chef  has been dubbed “the King of Pancetta.” His father makes artisan sausage and other cured meats. So we paid attention … Continue reading →

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Michael Chiarello’s Braised Leek and Potato Salad

Posted on May 18, 2010 by consumers

Star chef Michael Chiarello kicks your typical potato salad up a couple of notches with this dish. This sophisticated take on potato salad combines braised leeks and sliced boiled potatoes. The potato slices are drizzled with a vinaigrette and then … Continue reading →

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Oven-Braised Leeks with Orange and Fresh Thyme

Posted on May 14, 2010 by kinetic

Leeks are considered “indispensable” in European kitchens in France, Belgium and the Netherlands. It’s a vegetable I grew up with because my Swiss mother always loved to cook with them. She still does today. While they’re available year-round, leeks are … Continue reading →

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Olive Oil May Guard Against Painful Bowel Disease – Study

Posted on May 14, 2010 by consumers

I’ve got relatives who suffer from intestinal issues. I know they’re not alone. So I was very interested to see the news earlier this month that consuming olive oil may protect against a painful bowel disease called ulcerative colitis. The … Continue reading →

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