There’s something irresistibly enduring about miniaturized foods that always makes us coming back for more. Take, for example, the miniature version of a hamburger, the mighty slider. I have to admit, I can never eat just one =P And for some reason, the mini croissant at my favorite patisserie in LA, Amandine Cafe, is hands-down far superior in taste than their regular croissant, even though I’m sure they’re made from the same dough. Barilla Pasta has their Piccolini line of mini pasta shapes, and [...]
Whenever you go into Bristol Farms, Whole Foods Market, or any of the speciality food stores, you’re bound to see rows of olive oil lined up and ranging in price anywhere from $3 a bottle to $100. I never thought I would be able to taste a difference until the day came I got to sample Frantoia Silician Extra-Virgin Olive Oil. This unfiltered, cold-pressed olive oil has a beautiful golden green hue, a slightly spicy aroma, and an unmistakable taste of early-harvested Sicilian olives that simply can’t be beat. After a [...]
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