Join me and chef Massimo Bruno for this special event, featuring a discussion of extra virgin olive oil and a sampling of oils from different regions if Italy, followed by a delicious Italian meal by Massimo and his team. 

Topics I will discuss include: 

A brief history of olive oil
 
Olive oil in the world and in Italy today
 
Health benefits and nutritional facts
 
How to buy, store and cook with olive oil
 
How to taste olive oil

During the tasting you will have the opportunity to sample my family's olive oil from Tuscany and Massimo's own family olive oil from Puglia, plus another varietal from the northern region of Lake Garda. 

 Here are the dishes Massimo will prepare to accompany the tasting: 

Bruschetta

Fagioli Con Crostini (Tuscan-Style Beans With Herbs & Olive Oil) 

Cavatelli Con Pomodori (Homemade Pasta With Tomato, Basil & Olive Oil)

Branzino al Sale (Salt-Crusted Seabass) 

Torta Al Limone (Lemon Olive Oil Cake)

BYOB

Guests are invited to bring a bottle of wine to enjoy at the event.