Monthly Archives: December 2010

Note to Our Readers: Our New Blog Format for 2011

Dear Reader: We want to let you know that we’ll be streamlining our blogs at California Olive Ranch in the New Year. Here’s how it will work: Next week we’ll begin publishing a single blog for consumers and culinary professionals, … Continue reading

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Ring In 2011 w/ Greens, Tomatoes & Black-Eyed Peas

Maybe you’re like us and subscribe to the belief that eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day is a way to usher in good luck. Or maybe you just like to eat black-eyed peas. Either way, we like to share … Continue reading

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Start 2011 w/ Greek Black-Eyed Peas, Onions & Greens

Count us among those who celebrate the New Year with black-eyed peas. Many people, especially in the southern United States, believe you can bring good luck by eating this flavorful legume on New Year’s Day. We figure it’s always worth … Continue reading

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From Jamie Oliver’s EVOO “Glug” to Meatless Mario Batali

We’re looking ahead to 2011. But we also want to look back at the events of the past year. Below is a sampling of some of our favorite blog posts from 2010. What does Jamie Oliver Mean By a “Glug” … Continue reading

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Hot Topics: Potatoes Fava Beans & Blue Tasting Cups

We’re already looking ahead to 2011. But we also want to look back at the events of the past year. Below is a sampling of some of our favorite blog posts from 2010. Do You Want Potatoes with that Fava … Continue reading

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Holiday Dish: Chef Karl Mace’s Roasted Rack of Venison

No wonder Karl Mace has a special liking for roasted rack of venison. “It was one of the dishes I made for the owners so I could get the job,” the Maine chef recalled. That’s not the only reason (though … Continue reading

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Christmas Menu: Squash Soup, Lamb Shanks, Pecan Pie

Maybe you’re like us and mulling what to serve at your Christmas and New Year’s meals. Or maybe you’re like one friend who began planning her Christmas menu right after Thanksgiving. If you’re the former, we’ve assembled some menu suggestions … Continue reading

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EVOO Compound has Ibuprofen-Like Properties – Scientists

Who would have guessed fresh extra virgin olive oil has something in common with Advil or Motrin. Not taste, of course. Instead, say scientists, freshly pressed EVOO contains a natural anti-inflammatory agent that behaves much like the pain-killer ibuprofen, which … Continue reading

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Olive Oil Primer: “Earthy,” “Greasy” & Other Taste Defects

The term “earthy” can be a good thing when tasting a wine. Do a Google search on the words “earthy” and “wine” and Pinot Noir, Bordeaux and Riesling come up. Wines made from the Sangiovese and Petite Sirah grapes pop … Continue reading

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Alice Medrich’s Fresh Thyme Tuiles with Olive Oil

Alice Medrich has been on a whirlwind tour touting her new, critically acclaimed book devoted to cookies. Last week, for example, she was in Texas teaching classes and promoting Chewy Gooey Crispy Crunchy Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cookies (Artisan, 2010). “I’ve taught two … Continue reading

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