Virgin territory: exploring the world of olive oil

Acknowledgements

Introduction

How I Tumbled (or stumbled) into Olive Oil

Olives and Oil: The Origins

Turning Olives into Oil

What Is Extra-Virgin Anyway and Why Should You (or I) Cure?

The Science

In the Kitchen, On the Table: Choosing and Using the Best

Introduction to the Recipes

Small Dishes: Antipasti, Meze, Tapas, and Snacks

Soups

Bread, Muffins, Biscuits, Crackers, Focagcia, and Pizza

Pasta, Rice, and Legeumes

Vegetables and Salads

Seafood

Meat and Poutry

Sauces

Sweets and Desserts

Appendix: How to Buy Live Some Extra Virgins to week Out

Bibliography

Index