The Inside View of Italian Olive Oil and Great Italian Foods
If you haven’t been to Sicily, don’t delay. It’s worth the longer plane ride, but be sure you allow enough time for the varied geography of Sicily. Conde Nast (creator of the map shown here) has a fabulous overview of Continue reading Touring Ravida in Menfi, Sicily
Imagine taking a train ride through Puglia, one of Italy’s 20 regions. On this train ride, you’ll be able to view the gorgeous landscape while also learning about the local cuisine and olive oil. Look out the window so you Continue reading Discovering Puglia: Cuisine and Olive Oil
We can’t take full credit for this great Spaghetti alla Amatriciana. First credit goes to the fabulous ingredients (they do make a difference!) and recipe inspiration goes to Julia Della Croce. We used her recipe but subbed the Passata di Continue reading Spaghetti alla Amatriciana in honor of Amatrice
The History of Laudemio in Tuscany. It all began in the winter of 1985 with a terrible freeze that killed thousands upon thousands of olive trees through Tuscany. The losses suffered by many in the region became the focus for Continue reading The History of Laudemio in Tuscany
On our recent trip to Italy, we met with a range of olive producers. In the town of Montegiovi on the hillside of Monte Amiata, we spent time with Davide Borselli and learned about his artisanal production. Giorgio Franci’s line Continue reading Dievole: the Magic of Chianti Classico
Tops from Italy The Award Season has concluded and the folks at World’s Best Olive Oil have compiled the scores of olive oils at 15 major international competitions. This analysis of winners is very interesting. We suggest that you read the calculations Continue reading Best Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oils
In the years we have been importing olive oil, there is no producer more revered than Giorgio Franci. His peers stand in awe as they call him King Giorgio. They appreciate his skills and knowledge and he is held in Continue reading King Giorgio Franci, Genuinely Loved
Get to Know Davide Borselli, artisan producer at La Poderina Toscana. In mid June we visited Dr. Davide Borselli at La Poderina Toscana, in Montegiovi near Monte Amiata in the Grosseto province of Italy. The View of Seggiana Here we captured Continue reading Authentically Grown: Get to Know Davide Borselli
Paolo di Gaetano of Fonte di Foiano introduces the marvelous new Riflessi Extra Virgin Olive Oil to customers at Olio2go. We love his descriptions. We found it to have a fabulous aroma, a magical and superior medium fruity intensity, and Continue reading Introducing Riflessi by Fonte di Foiano
Mixed Green Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette and Parmigiano-Reggiano DOP This salad makes the most of the truly special flavors of good olive oil and balsamic vinegar, perfectly paired with DOP Parmiggiano Reggiano. Here’s how to dress a salad: 1 clove Continue reading How to Dress a Salad: Mixed Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette