Some Like It Hot

Some Like It Hot

I like a bit of heat in all my food. My marinades usually have a kick of chili or spice. Tacos aren’t complete without a bit of hot sauce – heck I ...

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Cheers to Dad

Cheers to Dad

My husband Shaun loves cocktails. He enjoys experimenting with unique ingredients and crafting flavorful concoctions in the kitchen. He even whips ...

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Tasting Italy

Tasting Italy

I recently finished ready Stanley Tucci’s incredible book, “Taste: My Life Through Food”. Stanley Tucci is a prolific award-winning actor and self-...

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All About EVOO

All About EVOO

Extra Virgin Olive Oil. EVOO. The bread and butter (the bread and olive oil?) of our business. But what is Extra Virgin Olive Oil? Why is it so spe...

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New Year's Resolutions

New Year's Resolutions

Can you believe it’s 2024? 2023 was an incredibly busy year for me, my family, and our stores. November and December were especially busy. I feel l...

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Holiday Gift Guide

Holiday Gift Guide

November and December are our busiest time of year – both in our stores and in our personal lives. Between kids wrapping up school for the semester...

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Spooky Season Snacks

Spooky Season Snacks

Spooky season is back and better than ever! It’s no secret that fall is our favorite time of year, and Halloween is a highlight of the season. I’ve...

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Unusual Pairings

Unusual Pairings

When Shaun and I tell people we own olive oil and vinegar stores, people are often confused. We have to explain that there isn’t just one type of o...

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Make Ahead Sauces

Make Ahead Sauces

  During school season, our already busy schedule gets even more hectic. It can be a challenge to make filling, healthy meals for the family, espec...

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Worth the Buzz

Worth the Buzz

September is National Honey Month, so as we head into September (Already!?!?) I wanted take a moment and celebrate the reason we have honey – the h...

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Palisade Peaches are Poppin'

Palisade Peaches are Poppin'

One of the best parts of summer in Colorado is the fresh produce. We have flavorful cantaloupe from Rocky Ford, juicy sweet corn from Olathe and, m...

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