Last November, during my Olive Harvest Adventure trip in Italy, I participated in a frittata-lover’s dream come true – an attempt to set a Guinness World Record for making the world’s largest frittata. The event was held in Fabro, a small medieval hamlet in Umbria, dominated by an 11th century castle and surrounded by thick…more »
Harvest your own Olives in Italy!
Are you looking for an authentic Italian experience? Why not be Italian for a week this Fall! Spend a blissful time in an ancient Umbrian olive grove; experience the true Italian lifestyle – the meals, the wine, the olive oil, the art, the people. Our 2010 and 2011 Olive Harvest Adventures were so popular, we…more »
Where can I find true Extra Virgin Olive Oil?
With all the current news about finding and buying true extra virgin olive oil, GoEVOO (the first US iPhone/iPad app) helps you find a location to buy EVOO when you’re on the Go. GoEVOO is your guide in finding producers, stores, and purveyors of exquisite extra virgin olive oil in the U.S. With a couple…more »
EVOO & U: Educating students about olive oil
I am often asked to present at Culinary Arts and Food classes in high schools. My course title: EVOO & U is interactive, fun and educational. This month’s article in Pressing Times from the Olive Oil Source highlights a recent course that I presented at a high school in Northern California. The interactive part was the “Taste…more »
Valentine’s Day Gift and Olive Oil
Don’t know what to give that special someone? Here’s an idea: an autographed copy of The Passionate Olive Book and a bottle of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) from your favorite olive oil producer or purveyor. The magic potion for romance and heart health is EVOO. February is also heart healthy month and what…more »
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