Exploring the Flavors of Extra Virgin Olive Oil March 21, 2009

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Did you know that olive oil can be as complex as wine? The culinary and health benefits of olive oil depend on its quality and flavor properties. In Europe there are mandated quality standards, which ensure they receive both the health and culinary benefits of olive oil. Unfortunately, in the US, we have very limited federal standards and defective olive oil is the rule rather than the exception. In this workshop youll discover one of the secrets to phenomenal food and health: Good olive oil.
Iron Chef winner Neal Fraser of Grace Restaurant and the Eastern Center for Complementary Medicine are pleased to invite you to a special olive oil education and tasting workshop with Nancy Ash, taster for the California Olive Oil Council.
Topics of discussion:

The science of sensory assessment of olive oil
How to taste olive oil
How to identify defects in olive oil
Health benefits of good quality olive oil
The renaissance of the California olive oil industry
Cooking with olive oil
Tasting comparisons of a wide range of olive oils, both California and European-grown
Tasting comparisons with fresh mozzarella and vinaigrette

Cost: $100 per person, $85 for Slow Food Members and patients of the Eastern Center for Complementary Medicine
Questions and reservations: Please call ECCM at 323.551.5962 or [email protected]./ Call prior to event to confirm enrollment status.

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Ticket Info:  Olive Oil Class, $102.50

Official Website: http://oliveoilclass-upcoming.eventbrite.com