Posts by OliveOilGuru2

San Juan Island Seasoned Popcorn

Satisfy that craving for salty, sweet, crunchy…. and top it with fresh extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) for added health benefits too! Here’s how we make San Juan Island seasoned popcorn: 1. Pop popcorn kernels (stovetop, hot air popper, etc) and put in a large bowl. Olive Us has lots of varieties of popping corn…

Olive Us Popcorn

Satisfy that craving for salty, sweet, crunchy…. and top it with fresh extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) for added health benefits too! Here’s how we make popcorn: 1. Pop popcorn kernels (stovetop, hot air popper, etc) and put in a large bowl. Olive Us has lots of varieties of popping corn for you to choose…

Elderberry Spinach Salad

This salad can be made with any of our berry balsamics, but it is certainly delicious with our Elderberry Dark Balsamic! Fill a bowl with baby spinach or your favourite salad mix! Top with: feta, almonds, and blueberries (or any berries in season!) Drizzle on: Elderberry Dark Balsamic and Lemon Fused Olive Oil Dig in!…

February Recipes: Savoury Favourites!

Snow is all around and it’s time for comforting faves to share around the table! Here are a few of our favourite savoury eats over February: Marinara and Pesto Cavatappi Pasta Bake Blackberry Ginger Stir-Fry with Crispy Feta and Lemon Orzo Thai Curry Coconut Mussels Rustic Red Sauce with Neapolitan Herb Dark Balsamic Bacon Cheddar…

Roasted Butternut Squash Skillet

The perfect dish for fall! Use your favourite squash for this recipe— it would be great with Acorn, Delicata, Red Kuri, and many others! The addition of cranberries, while optional, adds a burst of fresh flavour to the meal, plus leftover cranberries can be frozen, baked into scones, or added to other roasted vegetables. Enjoy!…

In Season in the Okanagan: September Edition!

Inundated with zucchini? Tumbling with tomatoes? Olive Us Fam has recipes for you! Check out our seasonal recipes for September: (just click the italicized text to view our homemade recipe) Watermelon +Olive Us Watermelon Salad Basil +Olive Us Homemade Basil Pesto +Roasted Cherry Tomato Bruschetta with Basil and Ricotta +Pesto Cavatappi Pasta with Basil Pesto…

Olive Us Is Hiring: Tasting Room Associate

Tasting Room Associate Part-time and Seasonal Positions Available Olive Us is an extraordinary tasting adventure! Independent and family owned, we’re an award-winning small business dedicated to offering an amazing array of delicious extra virgin olive oils, balsamic vinegars, gourmet foods, & artisan gifts in our warm, urban rustic tasting rooms! Olive Us Oil and Vinegar…

In Season in the Okanagan: July Edition!

Inundated with zucchini? Tumbling with tomatoes? Olive Us Fam has recipes for you! Check out our seasonal recipes for July: (just click the italicized text to view our recipe) Zucchini +Trumpet Pasta with Oregano Zucchini +Hearty Meat Sauce with Zucchini and Mushrooms +Pesto Pasta with Zucchini Ribbons and Fresh Tomatoes +And More! Tomatoes +Fresh Tomato…

In Season in the Okanagan: June Edition!

Summer is here! Wondering how to use all these incredible fresh-from-the-farm eats? Check out our seasonal recipes for June: (just click the italicized text to view our recipe) Part 1: Strawberries +Summer Strawberry Pesto Pasta Salad +Strawberry Margarita +Strawberry Lemongrass Mint Dressing +And More! Spinach +Strawberry Spinach Salad Rolls +Creamy Spinach and Zucchini Pasta +Spinach…

In Season in the Okanagan: May Edition!

Spring has sprung! Wondering how to use all these lovely eats popping up at the market and in the garden? Check out our seasonal recipes for May: (just click the italicized text to view the recipe) New Potatoes +Smashed Baby Potatoes with Garlic Olive Oil +Creamy Dill Mashed Potatoes +Chicken Souvlaki with Olive Oil Roasted…