February 2022

 HERE’S TO YOUR HEALTH AND YOUR HEART

From the heart of IL Fiorello to you and yours  

 

Olive oil is good for you, it is delicious and plays well with food.

It is an important part of the Mediterranean Diet.

Good olive oil makes the food better, and good food makes the oil better.

 

Guests always ask me what my favorite oil is, or what is the best seller. I always answer, tell me what you are having for dinner, and I will suggest the best oil to accompany your food.   Frantoio for savory foods, like steak and grilled mushrooms,  Pendolino for asparagus or broccoli, Leccino for pasta. Taggaisca for grilled fish. Mix and match for interesting combinations. Expand your palate.

Here are suggestions to consider:

• Choose your food. Choose the oil you love with that good food
• Eat lots of vegetables and whole grains.
• Eat a balanced diet
• Do not follow food fads.
• Walk – enjoy the fresh air
• No surprises, this is better health and happiness.

 

Here are some recipe suggestions to enjoy this February

 

SPRING ASPARAGUS WITH PENDOLINO  EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

Green- Grassy- Healthy -Satisfying

Curls of parmesan cheese and a squish of fresh lemon

Salt and Pepper sprinkles

ARTICHOKE HEARTS

Artichoke hearts steamed in broth, a little white wine, and olive oil

Served with Athena’s Blend olive oil and a little fresh garlic.

 

 

VEGETABLE WRAPS

Just the way Chef Gloria loves to present good food. Delicious and beautiful.

Green and red tortillas, chicken salad, lots of vegetables all in a neat package

 

 

 

SASHIMI

Simple beautiful sashimi, Frantoio Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Signature Balsamic Vinegar Reduction

and fresh lemon for a balance of acidity.

Balance and simplicity

 

 

CHOCOLATE AND OLIVE OIL

I would be remiss if I did not mention great dark chocolate and olive oil and red wine.

Chocolate Truffles made with Frantoio Olive Oil,  a glass of Red Wine.

Great for your health and well being.

 

 

 

 

Enjoy February

Eat, walk, be healthy, be kind

 

Ciao

Ann