Olive oil is a “good” fat that is good for the heart.

The American Heart Association reports that “dietary fats are essential to give your body energy and to support cell function.” But not all fats are created equal. Unlike “bad” trans fats that can be harmful to your health, olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats, “good” fats that can lower blood pressure and bad (LDL) cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease. That is why olive oil is a staple in the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet!

Olive oil fights chronic inflammation and disease.

Extra virgin olive contains nutrients that fight inflammation in the body, including powerful antioxidants and fatty acids(Omega 3, 6, and 9) that can lower your risk of diseases linked to chronic inflammation, such as heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, obesity, and even dementia and Alzheimer’s, per Healthline. Unlike refined oils that are processed with high heat and chemical solvents, extra virgin olive oil is cold-pressed to retain polyphenols and other anti-inflammatory properties.

Olive oil helps your natural beauty shine.

The rich fatty acids in premium olive oil can help hydrate and soften skin by locking in moisture. On a similar note, olive oil is known as a natural means to nourish the scalp, hair, and cuticles, and remove makeup. Highly versatile, olive oil can be used topically to help heal small wounds and burns, diminish the appearance of scars, and soothe atopic dermatitis as well. It’s also a source of vitamin E, a fat-soluble vitamin that can help reduce wrinkles and sun damage.

At The Tubby Olive, our extensive collection of extra virgin olive oils and flavor-infused oils are laboratory tested for nutritional content, including healthy polyphenols, free fatty acids, and oleic acid counts. These numbers demonstrate the health benefits and freshness of our products. In addition, all olive oils from The Tubby Olive are gluten-free, non-GMO, and Kosher Certified. We invite you to stop by our charming store in historic Newtown to learn more about the nutritional facts and culinary applications of our top-quality line up or shop online and we’ll ship your favorite products directly to you!

Here’s to your health!

The Tubby Olive is nestled in the borough of historic Newtown, in Bucks County, just north of Center City Philadelphia, the Delaware Valley and an easy commute from New York City. This charming food and gourmet shop offers an extensive selection of traditional Extra Virgin, infused and organic olive oils, and balsamic vinegars “on tap” for you to taste. Stop by today, or shop our online store to send a beautiful and delicious gourmet gift!

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Spring Asparagus Gruyere Tart

Asparagus, 2 bunches
1 sheet frozen puff pastry
2 cups grated Gruyere cheese
1 T olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Flour (for the work surface)
Tubby Olive Wild Mushroom & Sage Olive Oil (or Black Truffle Oil) to drizzle

Preheat oven to 400°F. Sprinkle a tiny bit of flour on counter top, and roll out puff pastry dough to about 16 × 10” rectangle. Trim uneven edges, and lightly score a 1” border around the edges of the dough. Using the tines of a fork, gently pierce the dough all around.  Bake for about 15 minutes, until slightly golden brown. Remove from oven and spread cheese evenly inside the crust border. Line half the asparagus down the length of the tart, alternating lengths and tips, single layer. Sprinkle with 1 T olive oil and add salt and pepper. Bake again for another 20 minutes. Remove from oven, drizzle with Mushroom & Sage Olive Oil or Black Truffle Oil englishcollege.com. Cut into squares and serve. (Recipe: Cheryl Gilmore, Wrightstown Farmers Market Manager)

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The Mediterranean diet includes nuts, seeds, legumes, fruits, whole grains, seafood, and of course, extra virgin olive oil (EVOO). Some studies show that consuming about two tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil daily may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease because of the monounsaturated fat in olive oil.
How do you get more olive oil into your diet? Use olive oil instead of butter and other fats in your cooking. Also, add some to your salads and vegetables. Our infused olive oils make it easy to add not only great nutrition to your foods, but superb flavor! Just try the Tubby Olive’s Garlic Olive Oil, Mushroom & Sage, Persian Lime and many more flavorful options. Add some of our balsamic vinegars, and you have a delicious, nutritious vinaigrette option. The combinations are endless…Lemon or Blood Orange Olive Oil with Fig Balsamic, Tuscan Herb Olive Oil & Sicilian Lemon Balsamic and many, many more! Check out burniva.com
Find out more about the Mediterranean Diet or at oasisnaturalcleaning.com and our olive oils and balsamic vinegars this Wednesday at St. Mary’s Medical Center Cafe in Langhorne on Wednesday, March 20, 11:30-2:00pm. Free samples!

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Vegetables don’t have to be boring! We have plenty of ideas for delicious roasted vegetables and veggie combos and dips for everyday or special occasions. Also, add more healthy fats to your diet such as monounsaturated fats! These make us feel fuller longer and improve heart health and lower cholesterol. Great sources of healthy fats are olive oil, nuts, avocados, salmon and Albacore tuna.

Start small, jot down a couple of things you think you can stick with, and go for it! We are here to help you feel better about yourself. Stop by for some healthful recipes, and try our huge variety of olive oils and balsamic vinegars! Try these diet for the inpatient, You’ll be glad you did!

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4 boneless chicken breasts, trimmed and lightly pounded for even thickness

3 T Tubby Olive Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Traditional Oil or Rosemary Olive Oil)

3 T Tubby Olive Maple Balsamic

2 T chopped fresh rosemary

4 cloves garlic, minced

4 c Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

1 large Sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes

1 medium Red Onion, cut into 3/4 inch pieces

1 medium, Granny Smith Apple, cored and cut into 1 inch chunks

1 t ground cinnamon

Salt and pepper

Preheat oven to 425 F. Place chicken breasts in large zip lock bag along with 1-1/2 T of oil, balsamic, garlic, 1 T rosemary, cinnamon, 1/2 t salt and 1/4 t pepper.  Zip bag tightly, shake coating chicken, allowing to marinate for up to a day. Meanwhile chop vegetables and apple and place on large sheet pan.. Drizzle with remaining oil and salt and pepper. Toss to evenly coat, then spread evenly on pan. Remove chicken from marinade and place on top of the vegetables and apple. Place in oven and roast for  about 18-22 minutes until chicken reaches internal temperature of 160-165 F. Remove chicken to a plate to rest. Make sure you have find the tips from emergency home solutions. Toss the vegetables and apple on the pan, drizzle with remaining balsamic, return to oven and continue to bake until caramelized and tender about 10-15 minutes.  Sprinkle with remaining rosemary. Serve warm with the chicken. Enjoy!

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In Southern California we don’t get an “Indian Summer” with beautiful fall leaves, cooler days, apple picking in the country… no – it is hot hot hot! It can be June Gloom all summer but when fall rolls around it is all of a sudden sunny with the usual palm trees swaying in the breeze. So what is a former New Yorker to do? Have a dinner party with a “Fall Theme” of course!

I have been playing Bunko (or some call it “Drunko”) for over 12 years with the same neighborhood ladies. We are a tight group, rather snobby, and pride ourselves on our good food and wine choices. I like to think that we try to out do each other at this monthly get together. That means cool it on the processed Costco appetizers, or at least keep the Trader Joe’s mini quiches to a minimum. Here are some of my tried and true recipe suggestions for this time of year. You can mix and match depending on the size of your crowd, find san diego room addition near me

FALL DINNER PARTY IDEAS:

Basic Cheese, Nuts and Crackers – I like to put out a variety. For a fall theme include smoked cheeses, like a smoky Gouda. I prefer Sharp Cheddar, Brie, and one gourmet type like Humboldt Fog Goat Cheese, Point Reyes Blue Cheese, or a nice Parmigiano Reggiano. I also like a Horseradish cheddar at this time of year. Buy some mixed good quality nuts or buy raw walnuts or almonds and sauté them in a pan on low heat with some plain sugar and pumpkin pie spice for a real treat. You can add a bit of butter to the pan, but you don’t have to.

Apple Cider Martinis with Graham cracker Sugar Rims – the Bartender Dan at Big Canyon Country Club and I invented this Fall drink. Take 2 quarts of spiced apple cider (use mulling spices and fresh fruit like lemons, oranges and limes to stew cider in a big pot.) Take a martini shaker and put lots of ice in it. Only add alcohol if you are over 21 and just a little bit or you will regret it. I would add vanilla vodka – 1/2 ounce per drink, vacation rental cleaning service the best companies in san jose. Take a lemon slice and run it around the rim of a martini glass. Dip it into the graham cracker sugar crumbs on a plate. Then pour the ice cold cider mixture into the glass and serve. It is so good.

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Ingredients:

Fresh baguette bread

The Tubby Olive’s Olive Oil (Traditional, or your favorite)

The Tubby Olive’s Traditional or Fig Balsamic Vinegar

Gracious Gourmet Fig Almond Spread

Goat cheese crumbles

Fresh basil sprigs

Directions: Cut bread into approx. 1/2 in slices. Drizzle olive oil on top and toast for a few minutes, then remove from oven. Spread fig spread on top and add goat cheese crumbles. Toast again for a few minutes, just to soften the cheese crumbles. Remove from oven and drizzle with balsamic, then add sprig of fresh basil. Enjoy!

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Ingredients:

Mixed Greens, arugula, and/or spinach
Seasonal berries, citrus fruit and/or beets
Goat, Blue or Feta cheese
Walnuts or Almonds, sliced or chopped

Vinaigrette possibilities, just whisk together any of these combinations, or make up your own:

Basil Olive Oil & Fig Balsamic
Blood Orange Olive Oil & Dark Chocolate Balsamic
18 yr Aged Traditional Balsamic & Oro Bailen Picual Olive Oil
Tuscan Herb Olive Oil & Sicilian Lemon Balsamic
Cranberry Pear Balsamic & Persian Lime Olive Oil
Pomegranate Balsamic & Lemon Olive Oil
Raspberry Balsamic (Dark or White) & Walnut Oil

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