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Olive oil ice cream from the Michelin-starred Cornerstone team

Though the pairing ice cream with extra virgin olive oil might sound strange at first—it is the BEST THING EVER. The olive oil makes the ice cream somehow even more creamy, smooth, and decadent. We've been singing the praises of this combo for a while now, and testing in loads of ways. Typically this has been some store-bought vanilla ice cream with some sea salt flakes over the top. We've also tried it with a range of Hackney Gelato, and even gone vegan. Like magic, the texture of the oliv...

Blood orange and cardamom cake

This seasonal recipe boldly combines fragrant cardamon, sweet orange, and punchy fresh extra virgin olive oil for a rich and indulgent dessert. The oil will give the cake a lovely, moist texture that should keep for days! This recipe is definitely one to make on a weekend to enjoy throughout the week with your morning coffee. Blood oranges are also at the peak of their deliciousness right now, so get them NOW while they're in season! You can obviously have them on their own or turn them int...

How to clean your olive oil bottle

Many of our Citizens use our refill pouches to top up their bottles, but do you need to clean this every time? Finding ways to re-use packaging is great, but olive oil is a fresh fruit juice, so we want to store it in the best conditions. When it comes to cleaning our reusable bottles, we recommend every three months—but at the very least once a year. And when it comes to adding in a new harvest or new oil altogether, don’t top up your bottle of older oil with the fresh batch without a rinse...

Roasted cauliflower soup with thyme and extra virgin olive oil

Creamy roasted cauliflower soup

We love soups, but they usually don’t keep us full for long. This one is an incredibly delicious exception. The secret? EVOO in every step of cooking. It brings out the best in roasted vegetables and takes this soup to the next level. And of course, silken tofu added at the end of blending makes it super creamy and adds extra protein! Here's the method: Serves 3-4 Preheat the over to 200C (180C fan). Chop your cauliflower and courgette into large chunks. Place them on a baking tray with ga...

Event: EVOO tasting at Hedonism

Join us for an evening full of sipping and dipping. Date: Tuesday, the 7th of March Time: 18:30-20:30 Location: 3 / 7 Davies Street, London W1K 3LD Price: £50 per person The event is going to be hosted by our friends over at Hedonism. They hold the most incredible collection of wine & spirits in the world. But did you know they also stock extra virgin olive oils? Grapes & olives often have a shared terroir. They also have a shared family, as all of the olive oils that Hedonism...

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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...