Everyone loves a great dinner party. Whether planned or impromptu, these events can be the week's highlight. If your home is known as the regular chill spot or you are used to having surprise guests, keep your pantry stocked with staples to prevent last-minute dashes to the store or panic in the kitchen!
Using extra virgin olive oil instead of butter in your holiday baked goods cuts back on saturated fat, promotes good cholesterol with monounsaturated “healthy” fat, and adds wonderful depth of flavor. That’s a triple whammy! So how exactly do you bake the healthier way, while using olive oil? We've got you!
At Texas Hill Country Olive Co., we believe in gifting the ones we love with something they can use and instantly be reminded of who gave the gift. Here’s a quick guide to some easy Texas olive oil gift ideas for 2022.
November 26th is earmarked in our calendars as one of the most memorable days of the year. It is World Olive Day. The olive tree has a rich and vibrant history throughout time. Considered a sacred tree, and in many cultures, it is regarded as a gift from the gods. Let’s take a look at why this day is celebrated.
As a superfood and kitchen staple, heavyweight EVOO has many benefits, including aiding in weight loss. With some much contradictory information out there about what does and doesn’t cause weight gain, it is hard to know what to believe. You might find yourself staring at your pantry, contemplating which ingredients contribute to weight gain and which don't. Let's take a look.
Breakfast is not everyone's a-game, especially on cooler fall days when sleeping in takes priority. Lazy Sunday brunches with friends make up some of the best memories. From delicious fruit platters to savory cheese boards, very few dishes don’t go well with brunch.
There are many, many misconceptions. Some cooks will argue that it should not be heated or used in cooking; others believe it can be used freely within the kitchen in any recipe and method.
If you are struggling to find new and inventive ways of cooking mushrooms or would like a tasty treat for a plant-based dinner guest - here is how you can make the best out of these two ingredients.
Do you have a few chipped plates you need to get rid of, or do you miss the warmth of summer? It might be time to celebrate with a Greek dinner party. Tranquil blue waters, warm sun kissing your skin, and platters of hearty and healthy foods - the perfect Greek dinner party complete with the sounds of ‘Oopa!’ as a plate shatters on the floor to cheers of your guests.
Camping is usually a great adventure. Trips into the mountains or your favorite campground are traditionally filled with sights and outings that create a lifetime of memories. The meals might be simple, but they form part of those memories.
If you are interested in food or cooking, you might have heard that extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is superior. It trumps most other seed and vegetable oils in many ways. Despite being able to be used in similar ways, they are not quite the same.
