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We just got news today that our Tusci Blend has qualified for COOC Seal Certification! Once again, thanks to Tom Baer (Solana Farms) for helping us pass. The past month was very busy for us in getting things in order. … Continue reading “COOC Certification Update & Competitions” →

What are the two most frequently asked questions we get by our friends about olive oil? One is, ‘How do I properly taste olive oil?’, and the other ‘How exactly do I describe the flavors?’ So as mentioned last month, … Continue reading “NEW! COOC Educational Video – How to Taste” →

Recently, CBS News 60 Minutes aired an exposé on quality issues of Italian olive oil, adulteration, and the involvement of the Mafia. The program highlighted that 80% of the oil exported to the U.S. is fraudulent and mislabeled. Apparently, consumers … Continue reading “The Importance of COOC Certification” →

If there’s one thing we know, the best in life has come from what most would consider ‘negative’ experiences in life – Shelby being one of them! Key thing, of course, is having a positive outlook (or perhaps stubbornness-me Angie) … Continue reading “Olio de Learno” →

We just completed the purchase of a new bottle design from an Italian design group. We think it exemplifies the the olive, bringing rustic elegance to our Tuscan oil. Plans are to produce the bottle early next year.  

We had an amazing total tonnage of 1,550 lbs. (considering that last year was only 150 lbs). Processing took 2 days for a total of 21 hours but produced a Grand Total of 30.5 gallons! This averages out to 1 … Continue reading “Olives have been Picked & Pressed!” →