A great way to tell if you are buying the finest, freshest oil is to check to see if the oil has a date of harvest. This ensures that the oil is fresh and still contains its health properties. The second way is simply the taste. Good olive oil has a unique fresh flavor unlike many bottled oils from the grocery store.

Olive oil is a seasoning as well as a food and should be considered a fresh addition to cuisine.  Use and enjoy at its freshest and best.

Balsamic vinegars are a great compliment to olive oil, whether you use Traditional Balsamic or a flavored balsamic.