by Kourtney A. Moses

Here’s A “Golden Niblet.” When you think, “high quality Olive Oil,” you probably immediately transition to thoughts of Italy. However, that route of thinking is flawed.

Italy is not the biggest producer of high quality Olive Oil. It’s actually Spain. Italy isn’t even the largest consumer of Olive Oil. That award goes to Greece.

If you are looking for a delicious, high quality Olive Oil, but you don’t want to sell your grandmother’s pearls to afford it, try a California produced oil. They’re fruity, aromatic and almost always 100% organic because they’re usually grown in the same vineyards as the grapes used to make California wines. Your tummy, wallet, the environment and the US economy will all thank you!

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