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How to Taste Olive Oil Like An Expert: A Green Gold Tasting Guide

Similar to the more widely known wine sommelier, an olive oil sommelier is an expert in green gold able to identify the different types of olive oils, their flavor profiles, and how best to pair them with food. And to help you experience olive oil like an expert, we're sharing some top-tasting tips, including a few from our very own olive oil artisan Frantoio D'Orazio, creating extra virgin olive oils from centuries old olive trees in Puglia, Italy.

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What Makes an Olive Oil “Extra Virgin”?

When it comes to olive oil, the term "extra virgin" holds a special significance. But what exactly does it mean, and why is it so highly prized in the culinary world? We're demystifying the art of extra virgin olive oil and sharing what sets it apart.
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Pizza Di Pasqua, Italian Easter Cheese Bread

The Pizza di Pasqua is a beloved Easter specialty originating from the picturesque Umbria region in central Italy. Despite its name, Pizza di Pasqua is not the traditional pizza one might expect; rather, it is a savory, cheese-infused bread that holds a place of honor on the Easter table of many Umbrian families. The recipe makes pure magic out of the simplest Italian ingredients with generous helpings of Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, and extra virgin olive oil giving the cake its signature savory flavor.
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Recipe: Truffle Mushroom Toast

Perfect for an easy weekday meal with a touch of elegance, this Truffle Mushroom Toast is an indulgent blend of umami, savory and herby flavors. Piled high with Summer Black Truffle Slices, a dollop of fresh burrata cheese, and mushrooms sautéed in butter and thyme, this dish beautifully marries many Italian delicacies together and will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.

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Recipe: Tuscan Focaccia with Finocchiona

Transport yourself to the lush rolling hills of Tuscany with the taste of this twist on a classic Tuscan recipe - the Tuscan Focaccia with Finocchiona. The key to Tuscan cuisine is in its simplicity. Combining the best of Tuscan tastes, this recipe marries together earthy artichoke spread, sharp Grana Padano cheese, and spicy olive oil with the savory flavor of the traditional cured salami with fennel from Florence, Finocchiona, and held together with fluffy slices of focaccia.
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Recipe: Citrus and Olive Oil Cake

The secret to baking a perfectly moist, yet still light cake? Extra Virgin Olive Oil. This Citrus and Olive Oil Cake recipe is light enough to enjoy on warm summer days, but still feels indulgently rich by marrying together sweet, citrus and herbaceous notes. And the addition of a good Italian extra virgin olive oil gives the cake a luscious, but not too heavy texture that's impossible to resist.
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Recipe: Orange Balsamic Gin Mocktail

Stealing the crown from last year's much-beloved Negroni Sbagliato, this Orange Balsamic Gin drink is the Italian sip of the summer. Whether enjoyed as a mocktail or transformed into a cocktail with a splash of your preferred spirit, this satisfyingly herbaceous and slightly sweet drink is the perfect summer beverage. The titular ingredient, our Orange Balsamic Gin, is an innovation from Italian artisan Acetaia Leonardi that marries the Balsamic Vinegar of Modena with a blend of herbs and spices - the same necessary for the distillation of the traditional gin - into a result that's ever so pleasant on the palate. Shop all the recipe essentials in our Bartenders Kit gift box.
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Recipe: Caprese Salad

As an artful twist to an Italian classic, this caprese salad recipe introduces an extra touch of flavor with the addition of a savory pesto sauce. And it's an easy, colorful addition to any hosting or holiday occasion. To create this masterpiece and many others, we've curated a collection of specialties from select small-batch artisans to bring you the very best of Italy. 
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Celebrating Wedding and Honeymoon Season in Italy

Destination weddings have come back full-force after the pandemic. Italy is an all-time favorite of many couples, who choose the sunny peninsula for their wedding, honeymoon, and even for celebrating their anniversary. Perhaps your favorite couple is headed to Italy for their wedding or maybe you celebrated your love in the peninsula years ago, with candlelit dinners in Tuscany, savoring the sun in the south of Italy or romantic tours through capital cities like Milan.   
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Ways to Have an Italian-Inspired Staycation This Summer

There is a saying in Italian, “if the mountain doesn’t go to Maometto, Maometto goes to the mountain.” Instead of waiting for the opportunity, you go towards it.  

And it certainly applies to vacations too. If you aren’t able to travel this year or already miss your favorite destination, the good news is that you can bring your preferred Italian place to you. How? With an Italian-inspired staycation or a picnic with the best flavors and traditional dishes from your favorite region.  

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Best Food Gifts for Valentine's Day

February 14th is just around the corner, and there’s no denying that gourmet treats are a universally appreciated Valentine’s present. Whether you’re shopping for your sweetheart, your best friend, or a long-time partner, we have rounded up some of the best Valentine’s Day food gifts.
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The Ultimate 2023 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner—and while some may find it to be an overrated and overmarketed holiday, our Italian hearts can’t help but find the romance in a day dedicated specifically to love. This is why we’re here to help you ditch the same boring routine of roses and cheap chocolates and surprise your special valentine with something that will make their heart (and their stomachs) full.
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