From Grove to Table: Expert Advice, Tasting Notes, and Culinary Inspiration

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Tips for using flavored evoo


Spicy, Sweet, and Smoky Summer Grilling
Spicy, Sweet, and Smoky Summer Grilling
Check out our tips for Spicy, Sweet, and Smoky Summer Grilling with Olive Oils and Balsamic Vinegars. See pairing flavors, recipes and more! Read more...
A metal bowl filled with dog food, topped with olive oil, next to a dog's dace on a wooden table.
Is Olive Oil Good for Dogs? Safety, Benefits & How Much
Can dogs have olive oil? Learn about potential benefits, risks, how much may be appropriate, and when to check with your veterinarian. Read more...
A bottle of The Olive Tap's White Truffle Olive Oil next to olives and leaves with an inset showing fresh truffles on a light background.
The Olive Tap's Organic White Truffle Olive Oil!
Truffle Oil is most often chemical reproductions, however at The Olive Tap we are proud to offer USDA Certified Organic Truffle Oil, made with real truffles! Read more...
A small glass of olive oil on a wooden cutting board next to fresh rosemary, garlic, and a bowl of olive oil mixed with fresh herbs with fresh lavender on the bowl.
Flavor Infused Olive Oil: Your Guide to Gourmet Goodness
Discover flavor infused olive oil basics, DIY tips, recipes, and health benefits to elevate your cooking and gourmet lifestyle. Read more...
Two bottles of olive oil surrounded by parsley, cherry tomatoes, peppers, shallots, sweet potatoes, garlic, a carrot, and red onion all making a rectangular shape around the bottles on a black surface.
Flavored Olive Oils: Infused, Fused and Naturally Flavored
Flavored Olive Oils abound, but do you know how your olive oil is flavored? The Olive Tap easily explains Fused, Infused and Naturally Flavored Oils. Learn More Read more...
Bottle of Italiano 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil from The Olive Tap with olives and leaves including text describing the olive oil flavor profile on a light background.
The Taste of Truth: The Importance of Flavor in 100% EVOO
Taste the difference and nderstand the importance of flavor in 100% EVOO. Explore and learn about the irrelevance of chemical analysis values and rely on taste. Read more...
An asparagus and porcini mushroom olive oil frittata on a white plate with a slice missing and The Olive Tap logo in the righthand bottom corner.
A Taste of Spring - Fresh Flavors with Olive Oils and Vinegars
The delicious flavors of Spring are enhanced using fresh flavors with olive oils and vinegars! Some ideas for vibrant Spring inspired dishes. Check it out! Read more...
Fresh basil leaves arranged with ripe red tomatoes on a wooden surface.
It's Tomato and Basil Time!
It's tomatoes and basil harvest time so let’s have fun making quick and easy summertime favorites like Caprese Salad, Tomato-Onion Salad and Pesto Genovese. Read more...
An assortment of products from The Olive Tap including olive oils, vinegars, sauces, spreads, a jar of seasoning, and a metal pour spout on a wooden surface in front of a decorative wooden barrel with purple grapes on top.
10 Ways To Use Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Daily!
Use Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Daily. See the 10 ways on how to improve your health easily with Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegars into your daily routine. Read more...