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Is Your Extra Virgin Olive Oil Really Extra Virgin?
Posted by Rick Petrocelly on 30th Jan 2016
The recent 60 Minutes exposé on Mafia involvement in Italian agriculture and especially fraudulent and adulterated olive oils has generated a lot of inquiries into the difference between the Extra Vir
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Arbequina: A Little Olive That Could
Posted by Jennifer Thornton on 28th Oct 2015
Indeed Arbequina is the olive variety that seems to have taken over the world! Here at The Olive Tap, we feature Arbequina 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil from various origins throughout the year. So
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Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, an Ancient Delicacy
Posted by Chef Mario Olivi, The Olive Tap Downer's Grove on 2nd Oct 2015
While the popularity of balsamic vinegar has boomed in the USA over the past two decades, few understand the timeless tradition, including the ingredients and the process, of authentic Balsamic Vinega
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Seasonal Farm-to-Table Recipes from The Olive Tap across the USA
Posted by Jennifer Thornton on 26th Aug 2015
Hurray for the summer harvest! Yes, it is that time of year again when all of the regions are in full harvest of summer's bounty. How long the northern regions have waited for juicy heirloom tomatoes,
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Skin Smart: Healthy Cosmetic Uses for Olive, Nut, and Seed Oils
Posted by Jennifer Thornton on 17th Jul 2015
Olive oil does wonders not only to complement your favorite foods, but its health benefits are so significant as well. Regular olive oil consumption allows one to reap these benefits, but what about a
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