Descriptions of Gourmet Oils
Roasted Almond Oil
Our California Roasted Almond Oil is expeller pressed and lightly filtered with an amazingly delicate nose and deep roasted flavor. This oil is great for sautéing, drizzling, baking, and dipping and as vinaigrette. Pair with our Raspberry Balsamic or Lemon White Balsamic condimento for amazing vinaigrette.
Country of Origin: USA, California
Avocado Oil
Ahuacatlan (Ah Wa Cote Lawn), which derives its name from the ancient Aztecs, means "The Land of the Avocado." It is a superior cooking oil which offers one of the highest smoke point (520 degrees) of all oils. Not only superior for high heat cooking but wonderful for baking, in salads and marinades. With its tropical climate, volcanic rich soil and mother natures abundant rainfall the avocados become rich in monounsaturated fat (the good fats). Because of this high fat content you can taste the difference in the avocado oil from this region, Michoacan, Mexico.
Country of Origin: Mexico
Black Truffle Oil
This late fall, early winter truffle is used in the making of this savory oil. A ‘tea method’ is utilized which steeps the ripe truffles for extended periods of time in olive oil. The closely guarded, proprietary process yields our heady, complex Black Truffle oil. No extracts or chemicals are used in its’ production. Fantastic in cream based soups, risotto or mashed potatoes.
Country of origin: Italy
Butternut Squash Seed Oil
This oil is released by precise roasting and expeller pressing without the use of chemicals, excessive heat or harsh filtration. This gently processed oil contains no hydrogenated fats, chemical additives or preservatives. This oil contains only one ingredient: oil from roasted pressed varietal squash seeds in small batches ensuring a level of quality from seed to vat to shelf. The oils nutty taste makes a great replacement for nuts in baked goods or stuffings for those with nut allergies.
Coconut Oil
Our 100% Virgin Coconut Oil is shipped directly to us from the mill in the Philippines and has been processed using the ANH (Absolutely No Heat) method to assure retention of all of its healthy ingredients that make one of the true super-foods.
Country of origin: Philippines
Delicata Squash Seed Oil
This oil is all natural, expeller-pressed oil made from 100% non-GMO roasted delicata squash seeds. The deep tawny colored, dried fig and currant flavor pairs well with an array of foods. Delicata Squash Seed Oil is a versatile flavoring or finishing oil that complements a wide range of cuisines and flavors. Try it as a finishing oil with spicy lentil soup or serve warm over camembert with oven-fresh baguette. Smoke Point 425 F.
Grapeseed Oil
Our Italian grape seed oil is clean and light with no aftertaste. Used for its high heat stability, our grape seed oil has good durability as well as a smoke point of 460 degrees. Suitable for marinades, deep-frying, baking and salad purposes. The oil has a neutral flavor.
Country of origin: Italy
Porcini Oil
Italian Porcini Extra Virgin Olive Oil is round and smooth and will add that warm woodsy depth to steaks, pasta and of course, risotto. Try when cooking eggs or drizzled on grilled chops. This classically Italian oil enhances all mushroom dishes and can also be used directly in place of fresh porcini mushrooms.
Country of Origin: Italy
Pumpkin Seed
This oil is all natural, expeller-pressed, unrefined oil for finishing or flavoring applications. It is pure oil made from the first pressing of 100% non-GMO roasted pumpkin seeds. The oil has a deep mahogany color with a taste reminiscent of sesame and savory, umami with a silky finish. It is high in mono- and poly-unsaturated fats, cholesterol free and without hydrogenated fats, artificial preservatives or colors. Use with salads, grilled vegetables, sauteed leafy greens or oven roasted fish. Smoke Point 250 F.
Safflower Oil
Our expeller pressed safflower oil is certified to be GMO free. This oil is processed by mechanical crushing which avoids the exposure to Hexane gas that some other oils are exposed to. Our safflower oil has a smoke point of 460 degrees and contains 4.6 mg (23% MDA) of Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol).
Dark Toasted Sesame Oil
Our Japanese dark toasted sesame from oil is roasted slow and low, and then pressed in small batches. It has tremendous depth of flavor and mouth feel. One of the most flavorful and fragrant oils in the world!
Country of Origin: Japan
Roasted Walnut Oil
Our handcrafted, Roasted Walnut Oil is made in Saumur, France strictly following 150 year-old traditional methods. The walnuts are slowly roasted to perfection, then expeller-pressed and lightly filtered. It adds a rich walnut taste to salad dressing, pasta, grilled meat, fresh baked pastries and bread dip. Shake up with equal amounts of our Blackberry-Ginger Balsamic Vinegar's for unforgettable vinaigrette!
Country of Origin: France
White Truffle Oil
A connoisseur’s olive oil. If you like the flavor and aroma of White Truffle, then you’ll love this oil. Made in Italy in an artisan fashion without the use of any extracts, this olive oil is smooth, while having an unmistakable intense white truffle flavor. Makes a great finishing oil for many Mediterranean dishes, in mashed potatoes or try it drizzled on popcorn. It also makes an amazing aioli. A little goes a long way so use sparingly.
Country of origin: Italy