The 2009 season has been great. We had a 2 week picking season, with much merriment in the grove, and a great result at the press. The oil is delicious- fresh, buttery with a grassy undertone and a peppery finish. It’s a medium oil, which makes it very versatile, as a dip in its own right, a great basis for dressings, and wonderful in cooking, and as a gourmet touch for the finished dish.
This year we are offering our infused oils for the first time. The market response to our Garlic Infused Oil has been overwhelmingly positive. First the dip, then the taste, then the smile- and always a glance at the companion and an urging- “”You’ve got to taste this- its fantastic!”
We now have the fiery Chilli & Peppercorn and the en ticing Spices of the East infused oils ready. They all come in 250ml bottles, and retail at $10.00.
We produced Salt Dried Olives for the first time- and they are a favourite with those who love the chewy little olives, full of flavour without the saltiness or other flavours of brined and marinated olives. We’re sold out, but next year we’ll be doing a much larger quantity.
Our range of table olives will be ready in a month or so. Check the website in November for an update!
Finally, we are starting a modest body oil range with our Bath Oils. It’s an indulgence that we enjoy – a long warm bath after an energetic day, with the silkiness of oil, and the mild aroma of lavender or sandalwood or roses. Mmmm. In a really cute bottle, it’s a snatch at $8.00.
