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Meet Marina and learn about our new Spanish olive oil

We’re finally saying "bienvenidos" to our newest extra virgin olive oil—hailing from Andalucía. But if this region is the largest producer of olive oil in the world, then how come it took us so long to find one from there? Why, in a country that dominates the global production of olive oil, was it hard for us to find a producer? Let’s just say right here from the start that we always wanted a Spanish oil. After all, we love this place. I used to live in Madrid, we got married in Barcelona, I...

Classic Panzanella

Stunning, quality ingredients do not need super complex recipes! That's why when we teamed up with our friends over at The Isle of Wight Tomatoes, we wanted to use their gorgeous, heirloom toms in a recipe that will let them *shine*. This classic Panzanella is exactly that. It makes for a perfect side salad for your summer barbecues and picnics. And the recipe for it could not be simpler. Quite frankly, the hardest part is not tucking into it right away! Here's the method: Serves 3-4 C...

The Olive Oil Aperol Spritz Cocktail

Spruce up your spritz with a few drops of EVOO and get ready for a full palate experience! The Aperol Spritz is a sanctimonious rite of passage the very second the sun comes out. And I get it. Really, I do. Refreshing, with a gentle bitterness. Sunshine in a glass. But dare I say I’m ready for a change. And before you gather your pitchforks, hear me out. When golden hour is nigh, and it’s spritz o’clock, I’ve got you covered. Aperol itself is an amaro. Mother of the spirit-based, bitter drin...

Olive oil ice cream: recipe round-up

One of our most viewed recipes, popular videos, and quoted pairings— we’re now sharing our olive oil sommelier’s favourite ways to make ice cream *extra*. Olive oil and ice cream—it’s a thing. Or perhaps it’s finally becoming more of a thing since we first wrote about it back in 2021. It was the original breakthrough pairing that made us question: “What *can’t* you put EVOO on?” This was a game-charger for us, both for how we viewed this classic Mediterranean staple, often only used in salad...

The ultimate Istrian travel guide: what to do in this hidden foodie gem

Take a trip to the "new Tuscany", Croatia's gastronomy capital. And I’ll tell you exactly how to eat and drink your way through it. When booking a trip to Croatia, most head south to the rocky beaches and holiday resorts. But there is a heart-shaped peninsula, hidden up in the northwest. Where the sea appears to shimmer and hills dense with truffle. Where there are islands to hop, vineyards to roam, and narrow streets to wander. Welcome to Istria. Ever since the Romans spread olive groves,...

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How to taste extra virgin olive oil: A sommelier's guide to extra

What exactly does "extra" taste like? How do you know if what you've bought is the real deal? Here's a guide for what to look out for when trying an olive oil. So, let's pop open a new bottle, and let's explore.

Mango sorbet with olive oil

Prepare to be blown away by this flavour pairing. Sweet, fragrant mango with rich, grassy extra virgin olive oil—a dessert you won't stop thinking about. Time to get your hands on some seasonal mangos! Ok, but what is the craze all about? Well, the Alphonso variety is available only for a very short period of time each year and it has got a superior texture and flavour—you can literally taste the sun. Though not local, it is one of our favourite ultra-seasonal fruits and such a big treat. Th...

Pouring a spoon of extra virgin olive oil

5 reasons to start your day with a spoonful of EVOO

The start of the New Year is for many of us the time to reflect, set our resolutions, and create new habits. Some will meditate, some will start learning a new skill and others… will start taking a spoonful of olive oil in the morning! This oil “trend” started to emerge quite recently with celebs swearing by it. Some, like Kourtney Kardashian, shoot a spoonful of it every other day, while others, like Sophia Loren, take it to the next level by bathing in it. Beyonce consumes it so liberally...