Spring brings us sunshine, blossoms, renewal . . . and a desire to clean. Because olive oil is natural, it won’t release harsh chemicals into the air like many common household cleaners. I’ve highlighted 10 spring cleaning tips with olive oil. As we get our homes organized, well functioning and clean, first of all […]
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Arancini (Sicilian Rice Balls) with Marinara Sauce
Arancini meaning “little oranges” originated in Sicily and are considered the first Sicilian take-away food. Besides resembling them, arancini have nothing to do with oranges; they are fried balls of...
Ligurian Fish
In Liguria, a main secondi piatti (main course) is fish The olive oil of the region is delicate oil perfect for fish. In fact, the Taggiasche Olive, from this area...
Bruschetta with Mashed Peas
Green peas are a favorite spring vegetable and are a great addition to a recipe because they contain a high concentration of vitamins and minerals. They also provide the carotenoid phytonutrients, lutein and...
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3 Tips for Buying Olive Oil
3 Tips for Buying Olive Oil. The dilemma: you’re standing in the grocery aisle and looking at dozens of brands of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. You’re confused. Which one do I choose? Choose EVOO in a tin or dark bottle or in packaging that shields it from light and oxygen. The packaging should protect […]
Hair and Olive Oil
“… Gimme a head with hair, Long beautiful hair, Shining, gleaming, Streaming, flaxen, waxen …” While I don’t think the writers of the musical Hair were thinking of olive oil when they wrote those lines, they were right on! Since ancient times, olive oil has been extensively used in hair therapy. Olive oil does two […]
Summer Skin Saving Secrets with Olive Oil
Did you know that olive oil is good for every kind of summer skin treatment? Olive oil simply the best for washing, exfoliating, moisturizing, soothing and beautifying. Even before soap was invented, when the Egyptians wanted to clean themselves and soften their skin, they spread olive oil on their skin (which stuck to the dirt) […]
