Olive Oil Harvest PartyAs a chef at an Italian restaurant, Michael Chiarello considers olive oil to be his number one ingredient, but there's a difficult and often overlooked process of harvesting olives and then pressing them for oil. Now Michael's sharing some great recipes that celebrate the unique flavor of olive oil.
Stocking Your Home Bar
Michael has the following recommendations for stocking your home bar:
- Napa Valley's Charbay flavored vodkas
- King Eider, California premium dry vodka
- Compari, tequila and whiskey
- Don't forget about the snacks, either: try crostini, Tuscan artichoke spread, Spanish almonds and a variety of olives.
Resources
Charbay Winery and Distillery
800-634-7845
www.charbay.com
Duckhorn Wine Company (makers of King Eider vermouth)
888-354-8885
www.duckhorn.com
The Butler and the Chef
San Francisco, Calif.
415-642-6440
www.thebutlerandthechef.com