Archive for June, 2007

29 Jun

Global warming ravages olive harvest

By Gözde Aslantaþ, The olive orchards in the Bergama-Dikili-Zeytindað triangle, including some parts of Ayvalýk, have caused concern with about 40 percent loss in harvest. Discussing the definition of “natural disaster” at the “Olive and Bergama” panel discussion within the scope of the 71st International Bergama Festival, the producers asked for urgent action for putting […]

28 Jun

Top olive oils from the L.A Olive Oil Competition

By Alex Malamud, These oils from the L.A. Olive Oil Competition are available at markets or online. They are gold medal winners unless otherwise noted. Pasolivo Central Coast Blends, Paso Robles. Best of Show winner. $18.75-$25.95 for 500 ml. Rainbow Grocery, Pasta Shop Village Market (Ferry Building), Atherton Inn Bed and Breakfast (Redwood City), Say […]

28 Jun

Castelas: Couple makes award-winning olive oil

By Leah Larkin, He carefully pours a small quantity of the liquid from the dark green bottle into a tiny spoon, lifts the spoon to his nose and sniffs the contents. “It smells of fresh-cut grass,” he proclaims. He then moves the spoon to his mouth and inhales, letting the juice roll around in his […]

27 Jun

Green olive, walnut & almond tapenade

Recipe by Sarah Hobbs, Photo by William Meppem, Preparation Time: 10 minutes Makes : 1 1/3 cups

27 Jun

Just a touch of olive oil

By Jan Risher, “Many hosts are looking for new ways to prepare meals that are a little less expected,” says Bob Bauer, president of the North American Olive Oil Association. “The recipes we developed specifically for summer events use common ingredients and straightforward preparation methods, plus they can be adjusted to suit personal preferences or […]