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...
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...
Beyond Bread Dipping
It happens at least once a day. Someone walks into our shop, and as we give them a tour, their eyes get big and their mouth drops open as we gestur...
Gifts for Mom
Mother’s Day can be overwhelming. Knowing what to get for the mom (or moms) in your life is tough, especially when you are constantly getting inund...
The Perfect Summer Cocktail
For me, one of the best parts of summer is sitting on a patio with friends and family, eating delicious food and drinking tasty cocktails. Good mi...
Plant-Based Bliss
When I was 16, I decided to become vegetarian. It was for ethical reasons, but I didn't do it right. I ate bunches of protein bars and almost all p...