From the Barbary Coast of North Africa, this Tunisia Baklouti pepper is rare and unique to this region. This is the only example of this fruity and spicy green chili olive oil in the world. Baklouti chili olive oil is made by combining one pound of organic extra virgin olive oil with 1.6 pounds of fresh early whole green Baklouti chilies. The two, and only two, ingredients are then crushed, mixed, in the malaxer fusing the fresh green pepper with the organic olive oil. Baklouti adds a new and surprising dimension to salsas of all stripes. CAUTION! VERY HOT!! This is truly a unique artisan product that has hundreds of applications.
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This infused EVOO is the perfect example of a versatile culinary oil adding robust and assertive garlic flavor wherever garlic is required. Imagine smelling the aromatic bliss of a freshly peeled garlic clove diced into small pieces. Garlic olive oil pairs very well with just about any white balsamic, dark balsamic or fruit vinegar and is the essential finishing oil for Mediterranean Cuisine - the key to longevity and a healthy lifestyle. A bestseller, staff and customer favorite. Vinegar Pairings: Sicilian Lemon, Mango, Oregano, Traditional 18 Year Style, Blackberry Ginger, Sesame, Amarena Cherry, Sangiovese, Pinot Grigio, Pedro Ximenez, Red Apple, Fig, Pineapple Complements: Bread Dipping, Chicken, Pasta, Salad & Grains, Marinades and Vinaigrettes Suggestions: ● Combine with 18 Year Style or Oregano balsamic for salads ● Combine with Apricot, Peach or Pineapple balsamic for pork or poultry marinade ● Combine equal parts with Espresso for a flank steak or poultry marinade ● Use alone or with any Seasons balsamic above for roasting vegetables or bread dipping ● Drizzle over your pasta or add as secret ingredient in a savory red sauce ● Drizzle over grilled pizza and flatbread -
The Favolosa olive, or FS-17 variety, was developed in Italy in the 80’s and exists primarily in small plantings worldwide. This oil is an excellent example of a well-balanced, medium-robust mouthfeel and flavor intensity with predominant flavor notes of fresh, spicy, green herbs – especially green apple – with balanced notes of mint, black, and chili pepper. -
This beautiful, fruit fused vinegar has everything you would expect from ripe Italian figs blended with our Traditional 18 Year Style base: sweet, sour and jammy notes of red fruit, ripe Italian fig and a hint of plum. This vinegar blends delicate acidity with Italian fig purée achieving the perfect nose and texture meant to complement any salad, cheese plate, relish or marinade. This classic Mediterranean ingredient shines and exudes unmistakable sweet and fruity flavor. Pair this balsamic with Blood Orange olive oil for a flavorful salad dressing or Garlic olive oil for a sweet and savory pork or steak marinade. >> Bestseller Olive Oil Pairings: Blood Orange, Garlic, Roasted Walnut, Tuscan Herb, Basil, Rosemary, Italian Lemon, Medium Intensity Super Premium EVOO Complements: Vinaigrettes, Marinades for Pork, Poultry and Beef, Leafy Greens, Cruciferous Vegetables, Caramelized Onions, Cheese, Compotes, Jams, Pastry, Fresh Fruit and Ice Cream Suggestions: ● Brush on cantaloupe or honeydew melon wedges, then top with chopped prosciutto and freshly grated cheese ● Combine with Chipotle olive oil, then brush on beef, lamb, poultry or seafood prior to roasting or grilling ● Combine with Blood Orange olive oil and drizzle over cooked wild rice, roasted butternut squash and diced apples for a wonderful harvest bowl ● Combine with any Seasons Medium Intensity Super Premium EVOO, then drizzle on a spinach salad with marcona almonds and grapefruit slices ● Finish roasted Brussel sprouts with a Fig balsamic drizzle ● Drizzle over goat cheese and serve with crackers -
Our espresso balsamic is created in Italy, using authentic Italian espresso as an ingredient. Created by the Varvello brothers in Modena, Italy, this innovative condimento blends delicate espresso powder adding contrast to the sweet and sour Traditional Style balsamic base. Expect to feel the fine Espresso granules that enhance this vinegar’s long, rich and velvety finish. It contains as much caffeine as a cup of decaf coffee. Pair this vinegar with any Super Premium EVOO, Chipotle infused olive oil or Walnut oil for a marvelous, easy vinaigrette that can be used for salads or as a marinade for grilled steak or pork. Try this vinegar in a martini or over vanilla gelato for a unique “Made in Italy” experience. Olive Oil Pairings: Chipotle, Blood Orange, Harissa, Roasted Walnut, Medium Intensity Super Premium EVOO Complements: Marinades for Beef and Pork, BBQ Sauces, Legumes, Desserts, Compotes, Jams, Fresh Fruit, Martinis and Gelato Suggestions: ● Combine with Chipotle, Garlic or Harissa olive oils to marinate steaks; makes great fajita marinade ● Add to chili or baked beans as your "secret ingredient" ● Drizzle over fresh berries or tiramisu ● For a delicious dessert, Drizzle it over pineapple chunks or brush it on pears, peaches and pineapple rings before grilling. ● Combine with Blood Orange olive oil for a pork tenderloin marinade -
Torino is known throughout Italy for its high quality chocolate and coffee. Aceto Varvello blends high quality cocoa (whole ingredient) with our Traditional 18 Year Style dark balsamic to create our newest incarnation of Chocolate Balsamic. The flavor is enormous, and similar to wine, you will notice sophisticated mid-notes and a long finish that one would expect from high quality chocolate. This vinegar’s fruity and pruney center notes pair perfectly and infuse the chocolate flavor into your favorite recipes. Pair this balsamic with Blood Orange olive oil or Walnut oil to make a delicious marinade. Your cheese plates and gelato will love this one of kind vinegar. Did we mention it is to die for in Chocolate Martinis? >> Bestseller Olive Oil Pairings: Chipotle, Italian Lemon, Blood Orange, Mexican Spice, Roasted Walnut, Butternut Squash Seed, Cayenne, Medium EVOO Complements: Marinades for Beef, Pork and Poultry, Mexican Mole, BBQ Sauces, Winter Greens, Fresh Fruit, Pastries, Desserts and Martinis Suggestions: ● Combine with any spicy infused olive oil for a Mexican mole or marinade for beef, pork and poultry ● Combine with any of the suggested oil pairings for great leafy green salad dressings ● Drizzle over fresh fruit, ice cream or whipped cream ● Drizzle over pound cake or angel food cake and top with fresh fruit and whipped cream ● Drizzle over Blood Orange olive oil brownies -
This White Balsamic is clean, crisp and very tart and boasts a lovely deep, rose blush. It has an amazingly fruity, complex bouquet that shines in a multitude of culinary applications.
Use to dress fruit or vegetable salads, as a marinade, a glaze for poultry, with gelatin for a delicious fruit aspic or even in a mixed drink!
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The hand-harvest Coratina olive oil from South Africa contains predominantly dark green, leafy aromas and balanced flavors of green tea and nettle. This oil is robust with very high fruitiness, bitterness, and pungency. Complex aromas and flavors of green, herbal undertones are contrasted by green banana, mint, cinnamon, black and chili pepper.
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Using our high quality white balsamic condiment, this vinegar is created with natural coconut extract. The flavor is reminiscent of fresh shaved coconut with a creaminess of texture and rich body that is complimented with a bright and quick dash of acidity towards the finish. An excellent vinegar on fruit salads, as a marinade for shrimp, or as a tropical vinaigrette using our Persian Lime or Lemon olive oil. This product has instantly become a staff and customer favorite. -
This is a balsamic which really shines after dinner. The rich Sri Lankan toasted cinnamon aroma reminds us of warm baking and the sweet smell of Anjou pear reminds us of late summer fruits. It's a perfect combination for autumn nights. We love it on ice cream, too! Vanilla ice cream becomes fruity vanilla cinnamon bun pear ice cream with just a drizzle. -
A nice balance of astringent and sweet, our cilantro & red onion infused olive oil has a very fresh depth of flavor. Its herbaceous piquant notes translate to a perfect olive oil for Latin, Asian and Middle Eastern dishes. We especially like using it in fish, chicken, flank or skirt steak marinades, but it is also exceptionally delicious drizzled over freshly grilled corn. Our go-to olive oil for tacos, guacamole, salsas, chili and rice. Vinegar Pairings: Honey Ginger, Honey Pepper, Coconut, Pineapple, Meyer Lemon, Passion Fruit, Mango Complements: Tacos, Southwestern Chicken, Salsa, Chili, Rice, Flank Stank, Grilled fish Suggestions: ● Combine with 18 Year to marinate grill poultry ● Combine with Jalapeño to marinate skirt steak for fajitas ● Use to roast cauliflower, broccoli, potatoes and asparagus ● Use as an ingredient in fresh guacamole, fish tacos or ceviche ● Combine with Piedmont Honey Pepper for a corn and black bean salsa -
Natural chipotle pepper oil extracts are added to our high quality EVOO base to create a deep, rich and smoke-dried chipotle flavor explosion that is highlighted with a hint of smoked hickory. This well balanced infused EVOO is a customer favorite and perfect for grilled or smoked chicken and meat. Southwestern cuisine fans will be inspired by this authentic chipotle flavor and aroma. Try on roasted potatoes for a balance of heat and pepper aroma. A 5 out of 10 on the heat index.Vinegar Pairings:
Chocolate, Mango, Passionfruit, Honey & Pepper, Italian Espresso, Balsamico Bianco, PineappleComplements:
Vegan Cuisine, Grilled Vegetables, Popcorn, Baking, Marinades, Grilled Poultry, Scramble Eggs and MeatSuggestions:
- Combine with Chocolate balsamic for a great marinade for beef, pork, or chicken
- Combine with Pineapple balsamic for a great dressing
- Drizzle over scramble eggs
- Combine with Lemongrass Mint balsamic for Asian flavor
- Make salsa by combining with Mango or Passionfruit, chopped onions, tomatoes and cilantro for chips