The Olive Oil Enthusiast

The Olive Oil Enthusiast offers a comprehensive, practical introduction to the often misunderstood world of olive oil, complete with recipes for appetizers, pasta, sauces, and desserts. It is authored by the founders and producers of the acclaimed EXAU Olive Oil brand.

Humans have produced and enjoyed olive oil for thousands of years, yet education about olive oil is woefully lacking. After meeting and falling in love with an American on holiday and subsequently moving to the U.S., Giuseppe Morisani was shocked to discover that quality olive oil was not appreciated or even available in many parts of the United States. Having been raised among his family's seaside olive groves in Calabria, Italy, Morisani and his wife, Skyler Mapes, decided to demystify the industry. They moved to Calabria and began harvesting, producing, packaging, and exporting high-quality Italian olive oil.

The Olive Oil Enthusiast serves as a clear, approachable guide to the world of olive oil. It starts with a walk through olive groves during the growing season, moving through to harvesting the olives, and discusses the milling and production processes. Readers will find tips for shopping for, tasting, using, and storing olive oil.

Mapes and Morisani also include twenty recipes for dishes that showcase olive oil, such as Crocchette di Patate (fried potato croquettes), Pasta Aglio e Olio (pasta with garlic and olive oil), Olive Oil Brownies, and a delicious Bruschetta.

With charming illustrations and passionate author expertise, readers will discover a new appreciation for this classic ingredient.