Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Olive Oil

I consume olive oil like there's no tomorrow. I love the way it improves the taste of any type of food and its rich smell.


The best oils are those that are made from a single olive, because you can truly taste the difference between the different varieties of olives {just like you do in wines}. The variety and the maturity of the olives are the main factors that contribute to the flavor.


Extra virgin olive oil, refers to the process in which the oil is made without the use of any solvents and obtained directly from the fruit. It has to go through a rigorous inspection where three elements of it are determined: bitterness, fruitiness and pungency.


Tasting olive oil has its similarities to tasting wine. You have to take a little sip, then breathe through your mouth to bring out the flavors in it. Finally, swallow the oil. You'll feel the pepery sensation in your trhoat and all the taste tingling on your tongue.


When cooking with olive oil, use blends for the cooking process, because the heat changes the molecular composition of the oil, you need one that is more stable. Use more refined extra virgin oils to finish your dishes and add that estra touch of flavor.

Have a great day!
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20 comments:

  1. Tiffany KadaniOctober 3, 2012 at 3:59 AM

    I love olive oil so much. I'm kind of a snob. I love going to tastings and immersing myself in all its goodness. Beautiful post!

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  2. honey my heartOctober 3, 2012 at 4:01 AM

    mmm a caprese salad and some olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and bread would be so great right now.

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  3. tinajoOctober 3, 2012 at 5:48 AM

    I love olive oil too - we use it as much as we can in food. :-)

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  4. JohannaOctober 3, 2012 at 10:16 AM

    Your first sentence - I love it. That's us, too! It's in every meal.

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  5. Carole Poirot October 3, 2012 at 10:32 AM

    Ah, a great post! I too like olive oil and use it pretty much whenever a dish calls for oil - even in my homemade mayonnaise. xo

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  6. StephanieOctober 3, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    I love it too. My favorite one is never out of stock in my kitchen.

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  7. awhiteOctober 3, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    I use olive oil all the time- and didn't know most of this info! I need to step my oil game up, haha. ;) Great post!

    -Ashley
    http://lerougestylo.blog.com

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  8. little luxury listOctober 3, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    I don't have a great nose but tasted some beautiful olive oils at some restaurants - good ones really make a difference!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  9. AlexaOctober 3, 2012 at 1:04 PM

    I love olive oil. Ah the best in Italy! :) It's amazing what a process it is!

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  10. AnonymousOctober 3, 2012 at 1:11 PM

    MMMMM I love me some olive oil. Am I crazy or is that Olive oil on ice cream? Your description makes me want to go get some bread and oo right this instant! xoxo

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  11. JamieOctober 3, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    I've never been a huge eater of olive oil, but the more I travel the more I appreciate it.

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  12. Always MayleeOctober 3, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    I never knew there was so much behind olive oil! Thanks for the info!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  13. Hena TayebOctober 3, 2012 at 3:06 PM

    Very informative post. Love the photo's you have used.

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  14. A Crimson KissOctober 3, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    Mmmmmm!

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  15. MadeByHindOctober 3, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    I grew up in a country where everything was made with olive and olive oil. Its a daily thing and we often have it with bread and green mint tea in Morocco. Thanks for bringing this up, living a broad I sometimes forget our blessings.

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  16. LaicieOctober 3, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    Mmm I love olive oil, and I didn't know any of this!

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  17. UnknownOctober 3, 2012 at 11:47 PM

    I am seriously obsessed with olive oil and I love this post!

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  18. Tamra {ever swoon}October 3, 2012 at 11:51 PM

    thanks for the tips! i'm obsessed with olive oil, so many dishes I use it with!

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  19. MOSAMUSEOctober 4, 2012 at 12:40 AM

    its so good for u! i have to up my intake :)
    xo
    MOSAMUSE

    www.MOSAMUSE.com

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  20. AnonymousOctober 4, 2012 at 1:47 AM

    these photos are really pretty + i too love extra-virgin olive oil! hope you're doing great! xoxo

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