The Tubby Olive

Health Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Flavored Olive Oils

tubbyolive — Fri, 05 Apr 2024 12:48:33 +0000

The Tubby Olive offers traditional extra virgin olive oils and naturally flavored oils made from carefully selected and harvested olives, pressed at their peak of ripeness. Whether you prefer a mild or robust flavor profile, fresh herbs or fruit-infused oils, or specialty oils like our White Truffle or Roasted Walnut Oil, “experts agree that olive oil — especially extra virgin — is good for you,” according to Healthline. Here are a few of the many health benefits of olive oil.

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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Happiness is Herb-Infused Olive Oil

tubbyolive — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:00:18 +0000

Come on, get happy with herb-infused olive oils from The Tubby Olive! Along with our barrel-aged white and dark balsamic vinegars, we offer a wide selection of the freshest, healthiest extra virgin olive oils, including flavorful infused oils on tap for you to taste this spring. Here are a few recommendations and top picks!

Herbs de Provence Olive Oil

Our ever-popular Herbs de Provence Olive Oil features top notes of savory thyme and bay leaf. Complex yet versatile, this natural, herb-infused oil is a showstopper when drizzled over grilled chicken, rubbed on turkey before roasting, or in a homemade aioli. We also recommend lightly whisking it with our Tangerine Balsamic as a dip for warm and crusty French bread, which will surely bring a smile to your face!

Wild Fernleaf Dill Olive Oil

This aromatic, infused olive oil is also extremely versatile, with the distinctly delightful flavor of fresh dill. Use it as an ingredient in tartar sauce, deviled eggs, or potato salad, or drizzle it over cucumbers, spinach, fish, poultry, and meats. We also recommend our Smoked Salmon Nicoise Salad recipe, featuring Wild Fernleaf Dill Olive Oil and Champagne Vinegar, or pair it with our Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic in a homemade dressing or marinade.

Basil Olive Oil

Light and sublimely satisfying, our Basil Olive Oil fuses together the flavors of fresh, green herbs and olives for a taste that is synonymous with Mediterranean cooking. Like warm sunshine in a bottle, try it over fresh greens or a classic caprese salad, and let your taste buds travel to the shores of Italy and Greece. Or try our Watermelon, Strawberry and Arugula Salad, paired with our Strawberry Balsamic Vinegar. It’s pure bliss!

Tuscan Herb Olive Oil

This delicious blend of herbs, sun dried tomatoes, and garlic will take you from the shores of the Mediterranean Sea to the Italian countryside. Our Tuscan Herb Olive Oil is irresistible and adds a splash of flavor in a wide variety of culinary applications. For inspiration, check out our recipes for Baked Eggs with Potatoes in Pastry Cups and this Vegetable Bake casserole, or try a fire grilled white pizza with a base of Tuscan Herb Olive Oil.

Other herb-infused olive oils include our Wild Mushroom and Sage Olive Oil, Cilantro and Roasted Onion Olive Oil, and Milanese Gremolata Olive Oil. We invite you to stop by our store, or shop online for your favorites via our website, and have a very happy spring! And don’t forget to spread some joy with our gift tubs and packages!

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Welcome Spring with Gourmet Flavors from The Tubby Olive

tubbyolive — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 16:16:38 +0000

The first day of spring comes around each March, ushering in a spectacular new season filled with fragrant flowers, fresh herbs, and other delectable delights. On this day, also known as the spring equinox, “the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere receive roughly equal amounts of sunlight,” according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. This means the length of day and night is nearly the same in every part of the world!

Speaking of the world, do you know that The Tubby Olive offers premium extra virgin olive oils from around the globe? We begin to learn of the Southern Hemisphere olives that will be harvested and freshly pressed for our products in March. These typically arrive in the shop by late May early June. While Spain’s olive crop was severely impacted due to extreme weather conditions in 2023, this year, our extra virgin olive oils come from California, Italy, Portugal, Australia, Chile, Greece and Peru, all known for their quality olives. Each pair beautifully with our selection of dark and light balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy. And if you are looking for a delicious way to welcome spring, check out these gourmet favorites that celebrate the season.

Lavender Balsamic

Best pruned in the springtime, per The Spruce, lavender is a blooming perennial that is beloved for its lovely scent and touch of purple. Long used in culinary applications, fresh and dried lavender can be added “to both sweet and savory dishes for both flavor and its gorgeous color,” according to Food Network (for inspiration and recipes, click here). Ideal for spring, Lavender Balsamic from The Tubby Olive captures the essence of this ancient flower for you to enjoy in the kitchen. Floral, sweet, and slightly herbaceous, this vinegar pairs well with another springtime favorite, our Herbs de Provence Olive Oil.

Herbs de Provence Olive Oil

Herbs de Provence is an all-purpose seasoning that originated in the Provence region of France. It was made popular in America by Julia Child and her famous cookbook, Mastering the Art of French Cooking, according to Masterclass. Commonly used in French cuisine, this flavorful blend of aromatic herbs and spices also pairs well with Mediterranean dishes and is made even more versatile when infused in our Herbs de Provence Olive Oil. With top notes of savory thyme and bay leaf, this flavored olive oil is a show stopper when drizzled over grilled chicken or whisked with Peach White Balsamic for a springtime salad.

Peach White Balsamic

Peach season begins in the spring and lasts through the late summer months in the United States. Extremely adaptable, our Peach White Balsamic can be used with any of our extra virgin olive oils and flavored oils to make a light, tart vinaigrette or marinade for pork and poultry. You could also drizzle it atop grilled nectarines and vanilla gelato, or mix it in a refreshing Peach Bellini to enjoy on the porch on a balmy spring evening. This crisp white vinegar has a touch of sweetness, reminiscent of handcrafted vinegars from northern Italy.

Other spectacular springtime suggestions include our Elderflower White Balsamic, Wild Fernleaf Dill Olive Oil, Cascadian Wild Raspberry White Balsamic, Serrano Honey Vinegar, and Honey Ginger White Balsamic. Are you ready to welcome spring with gourmet flavors from The Tubby Olive? Stop by our charming store in historic Newtown, Pennsylvania, or visit our website to shop our products online!

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Have a Happy Valentine’s Day with a Drizzle from The Tubby Olive

tubbyolive — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 23:06:41 +0000

Love is in the air, and everything is better with a little drizzle from The Tubby Olive! Here are a few of our favorite products for a happy Valentine’s Day. From our decadent Dark Chocolate Balsamic and Cara Cara Orange Vanilla White Balsamic, to our spicy, whole pepper-fused Cayenne Chili Olive Oil, each is unique and easy to fall in love with. Just like your Valentine!

Dark Chocolate Balsamic

Skip the basic box of candy this year! Rich, thick, and resounding with the complexity of three different chocolates, our Dark Chocolate Balsamic is the perfect treat for someone special. When preparing a romantic dinner for two, pair the main course with an impressive salad of arugula, fresh berries, juicy mandarin orange segments, sliced almonds, and a homemade Chocolate Balsamic Vinaigrette. The deep flavor of this beloved balsamic is also delightful for desserts. Drizzle it atop vanilla ice cream or gelato with macerated strawberries or raspberries, or try this scrumptious recipe for Black Cherry Chocolate Chunk Bread Pudding, featuring Dark Chocolate Balsamic, with a generous dollop of whipped cream.

Cara Cara Orange Vanilla White Balsamic

If you want to skip dinner and go straight to dessert, try our Cara Cara Orange Vanilla White Balsamic. It is simply splendid with chocolate, fruit salad, in sparkling water and mixed drinks, or drizzled over yogurt and vanilla ice cream. We also recommend whipping up this fabulous Balsamic Bananas Foster recipe to share with your Valentine! This confectionery white balsamic condimento is made from creamy, sultry Madagascar Vanilla and bright, fruity Cara Cara Orange. Aged up to 12 years in Modena, Italy, it also pairs well with Roasted Walnut Oil, naturally-infused Butter Olive Oil, or mild traditional oils.

Cayenne Chili Olive Oil

Our Cayenne Chili Olive Oil is a delicious way to turn up the heat! This product is made from whole, red cayenne peppers crushed with early green Frantoio olives, resulting in a delightful aroma and a lovely, naturally-derived red color for Valentine’s Day. Spicy and flavorful, with notes of rich, ripe pepper and underlying green vegetal olives, this premium oil pairs beautifully with our Golden Pineapple White Balsamic or Pomegranate Dark Balsamic in marinades and dipping sauces. It can also be used as a condiment to kick up roasted vegetables and potatoes.

Shop for products on our website, or stop by our charming store in historic Newtown. There you will find an extensive selection of extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars “on tap,” as well as a variety of specialty foods, local products, and gourmet gifts. And if you are looking for something sweet for your sweet, be sure to check out our special selection of Savannah Bee Honey (including sweet and spicy Hot Honey that brings the heat)!

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3 Reasons to “Fall” in Love with The Tubby Olive

tubbyolive — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:49:57 +0000

Truffles, nuts, and seeds, oh my! There is so much to love about the early days of autumn and so much to love at The Tubby Olive. This time of year, we turn to seasonal favorites, like our Wild Mushroom & Sage Olive Oil, Aged Pure Maple Balsamic, and of course, our Truffle, Nut and Seed Oils. We invite you to learn more about these Specialty Oils and unleash your inner gourmet this fall!

Truffle Oils

The Tubby Olive offers two varieties of Truffle Oil in our carefully curated pantry of gourmet products. Our Black Truffle Oil features a late fall early winter truffle and is made using the tea method, which steeps ripe truffles for extended periods of time in olive oil without the use of extracts or chemicals. This closely guarded, proprietary process yields a heady, complex Black Truffle flavor that is ideal for cream based soups, risotto, and mashed potatoes. If you are a true connoisseur, our White Truffle Oil is also made in an artisan fashion without the use of any extracts. An amazing aioli, popcorn accoutrement, or finishing olive oil for Mediterranean dishes, this aromatic oil has a smooth yet intense white truffle flavor.

Roasted Walnut Oil

This handcrafted nut oil is made in California and strictly follows 150 year-old traditional methods. Slowly roasted to perfection, expeller-pressed, and lightly filtered, our Roasted Walnut Oil adds a rich, nutty taste to salad dressings, pasta, grilled meats, fish, and baked pastries, or use it as a delicious dip for crusty artisan bread. This oil also pairs well with other fall favorites on tap, like Red Apple, Cranberry Pear, Dark Chocolate, Dark Espresso, or PomegranateBalsamic. Try them all, and get free shipping on six or more bottles and/or a minimum $100 purchase. May we also suggest this tasty pasta salad recipe, including Roasted Walnut Oil and freshly-picked fall apples?

Roasted Sesame Oil

Roasted Sesame Oil is one of our most popular products, not just in the fall but year-round!

Perfect for enhancing Asian-inspired recipes and livening up salads, pastas, vegetables, and various cuts of meat, like steaks, pork chops, chicken thighs, and shrimp, this savory oil adds depth to your dishes with a powerful punch of true sesame flavor. In other words, a little drizzle goes a long way! Pair Roasted Sesame Oil with our Golden Pineapple or Honey Ginger White Balsamic, or experiment with soy sauce, freshly grated ginger, and our Blood Orange Olive Oil or Garlic Olive Oil for an amazingly unique fall marinade.

Are you ready to “fall” in love with The Tubby Olive? Stop by our charming store in historic Newtown, Pennsylvania, or visit our website to download our pantry list and shop our products online!

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2 Totally New EVOO Options at Tubby Olive

tubbyolive — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 20:19:12 +0000

At The Tubby Olive, our 100% extra virgin olive oils are made from carefully selected and harvested olives, sourced from skilled artisans and small farm producers, and cold-pressed at their peak of ripeness. We feature olive oils from both the northern and southern hemispheres, and each varies in intensity and flavor, from robust to mild. Today, we are excited to announce the arrival of two new and unique Extra Virgin Olive Oils from the 2023 Southern Hemisphere harvest, recently added to our spectacular selection of traditional EVOO options!

Barnea Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Crushed in March of 2023, this early harvest EVOO from Peru is one of the finest examples of the Barnea variety we’ve come across. It has an exceptionally fruity taste, with notes of tropical fruit, green apple peel and banana, and a lovely, peppery bite. While robust and intensely flavorful, Barnea Extra Virgin Olive Oil has only a hint of bitterness, making it the ideal base for a homemade salad dressing with one of our Dark or White Balsamic Vinegars.

Estate Reserva Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Also from Peru, our Estate Reserva Extra Virgin Olive Oil features Barnea, Arbequina, Coratina and Kalamata olives,sourced from a single estate and crushed in March of 2023. This lovely EVOO has a creamy mouth feel, with notes of green apple, and floral and leafy green vegetal flavors. We think it’s the perfect complement to panzanella salad, spinach ravioli, or a rustic loaf of freshly baked artisan bread.

Other Traditional Olive Oils

Barnea Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Estate Reserva Extra Virgin Olive Oil join other traditional and organic olive oils offered at The Tubby Olive, including:

Each is laboratory tested for nutritional content and includes Polyphenol, Free Fatty Acid, and Oleic Acid counts. These numbers demonstrate the health benefits and freshness of our products, and we enjoy educating our customers about the nutritional aspects and culinary applications of our top quality line-up.

We invite you to stop by our store to learn more and sample the new traditional EVOO options we have “on tap.” Or visit our website to shop online, and get free shipping with a six bottle and/or $100 minimum purchase in the continental US!

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All-American Flavors at The Tubby Olive

tubbyolive — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 23:17:19 +0000

The Tubby Olive has gourmet oils and vinegars on tap, including top-quality ingredients from around the globe. We offer premium balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy, and 100% extra virgin olive oils made from carefully selected and harvested olives, pressed at their peak of ripeness, and sourced from artisans or small farm producers in Italy, Spain, Portugal, Chile and Australia. But did you know that many of our infused oils and vinegars have ingredients grown right here at home in the United States? In celebration of Independence Day, here are some of our favorite all-American flavors at The Tubby Olive.

Aged Pure Maple Balsamic

Our delightful Aged Pure Maple Balsamic is made with real 100% pure maple syrup produced at a small family farm in Vermont. Try it on pork chops at your next summer cookout, drizzled over pancakes, waffles, and ice cream, or use it for glazing bacon. It’s great in marinades and salad dressings too!

Roasted Walnut Oil (Nut Oil)

This handcrafted Roasted Walnut Oil is made in California and strictly follows 150 year-old traditional methods. It is slowly roasted to perfection, expeller-pressed and lightly filtered to add a rich walnut taste to salad dressings, pasta, grilled meat and fish, and freshly baked pastries.

Butter Olive Oil

Our Butter Olive Oil is creamy and smooth, like slow-churned butter, fresh from the farm. It’s also vegan, dairy free, and heart healthy! This EVOO gets its buttery sweet, decadent flavor from organic botanical infusions and can be used as a butter substitute anywhere you might use melted butter, including over hot popcorn, with seafood, in baked goods, or simply to dip bread into.

Berry Balsamics

Berries are grown all across the country, and The Tubby Olive offers several berry-licious dark balsamic vinegars, including perfectly tart Raspberry Balsamic, Strawberry Balsamic, and sweet Blueberry Balsamic. Try them drizzled over fresh sliced peaches, cantaloupe, and even ice cream! Or check out this Watermelon, Strawberry & Arugula Salad that is quintessentially summer.

Peach White Balsamic

Our deliciously crisp Peach White Balsamic is extremely adaptable, with a touch of sweetness, just like the official state fruit of Georgia. Pair it with any traditional Extra Virgin Olive Oil to make a light vinaigrette, or whip up this refreshing Peach Bellini to sip on the back porch.

Apple Vinegars

As American as apple pie, our sweet Red Apple Balsamic has a fruitier taste than most dark balsamic vinegars and is delicious when drizzled on pork, chicken, fish, and vegetables.

Our tart and aromatic Gravenstein Apple White Balsamic also creates an amazing marinade for summer grilling when paired with an infused olive oil. Gravenstein apples are grown in California and harvested in July and August.

At The Tubby Olive, everything’s better with a little drizzle. So, treat your tastebuds this summer, and have a happy 4th of July!

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NEW Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Just In!

tubbyolive — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 07:42:20 +0000

You’ve asked for it, and we’ve got it! Our NEW Athinolia Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Greece is floral and displays savory notes with lingering pepper.This early harvest ROBUST Olive oil has a high polyphenol content and is packed with nutritious antioxidants and healthy anti-inflamatory properties. Makes a great gift! Available online and in-store-come in and have a taste!

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Blood Orange Italian Style Cookies

kjanstudio — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 21:51:11 +0000

Beautiful and tasty holiday cookies!

3 c. unbleached organic flour
2 c. granulated cane sugar
1 t. salt
2 t. baking powder
2 finely grated orange peel
1 c. Tubby Olive Blood Orange Oil
2 large room temperature eggs, whisked
2 T. fresh squeezed orange juice
Powdered sugar for garnish

Preheat the oven to 350 F. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or in a large mixing bowl, add the sugar, orange oil, orange juice, and eggs. Beat on medium speed until thick and creamy, about 3 minutes. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and remaining dry ingredients. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions beating in between additions until no dry spots remain.

Pipe the cookie dough using a pastry bag fitted with a star shaped pastry, portioning approximately two teaspoons of dough per cookie, onto a parchment lined cookie sheet pan. Alternatively, use two spoons to drop batter onto the cookie sheet.

Bake in the center of the oven for 10 minutes. Increase the heat to 425 and bake for an additional 2 minutes to aid in creating a golden brown exterior. Remove the cookies to a rack to cool. Repeat with the remainder of the dough. When fully cooled, dust with powdered sugar. Yields about 48 cookies.

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Old Fashioned Gingerbread

kjanstudio — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 21:33:06 +0000

Gingerbread Yummy with Maple Balsamic!

2 1/2 c. sifted flour & 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
2 tsps. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. Tubby Olive Butter Olive Oil
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 c. molasses
1/2 c. Tubby Olive Maple Balsamic
1 cup hot water

Sift together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and salt. Cream
olive oil and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg & beat well. Gradually beat in molasses and balsamic. Add dry ingredients alternately with water, beating well after each addition. Pour batter into greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until done (not over done). Cool in pan on rack. Makes 16 servings.

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