(Philadelphia, PA) – The Mediterranean diet, rich in plant-based foods, is associated with a variety of health benefits, including a lower incidence of dementia. Now, researchers at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University (LKSOM) have identified a specific ingredient that protects against cognitive decline: extra-virgin olive oil, a major component of the Mediterranean […]
Needed for this recipe: • Sunshine Coast Olive Oil Co. Olive Wood Smoked Olive Oil • Sea Salt – Check out our salts Ingredients: • 4 – 2″ thick steaks: use either strip, porterhouse, t-bone or tenderloin steaks weighing about 8 oz. each • Sea Salt and freshly ground black pepper • 4 sprigs thyme or […]
Needed for this recipe: • Sunshine Coast Olive Oil Co. Olive Wood Smoked Olive Oil •Sea Salt – Check out our salts Ingredients: • 3 cups (1 pound) whole raw almonds • 2 tablespoons Sunshine Coast Olive Oil Co. Olive Wood Smoked Olive Oil • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt (check out our sea salt collection) […]
European scientists found that following the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) has a dose-dependent protective effect against atherosclerotic plaque. This means that the more closely people adhere to the eating plan, the less their arteries will be clogged, a benefit that lowers their risk of heart attack and stroke. Read more….
Brunch Brunch Brunch! Or a rainy Sunday or a Wednesday night dinner. Citrus and strawberries inspire Chef Rachel once again. Needed for this recipe: Sunshine Coast Olive Oil Co. Lemon Olive Oil Sunshine Coast Olive Oil Co. Cara-Cara Orange-Vanilla White Balsamic Waffles 2 eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 1¾ cups milk ½ cup Sunshine Coast […]
Looking for a Sunday brunch recipe that warms the heart? Check out this fun recipe from Chef Rachel. From Rachel: Yup, I put potatoes in my waffle maker. What!? You don’t put potatoes in your waffle maker? Heresy!! These golden crisp-on-the-outside and creamy-cheesy on the inside savory snacks are absolutely mind blowing! Needed for […]
A refreshing drink for brunch or anytime. If you don’t have bartenders measuring tools, 1 fluid ounce = 2 Tablespoons. Needed for this recipe: • Sunshine Coast Olive oil Co. Wild Cascadian Raspberry White Balsamic * Optional: Sea Salt (check out our sea salt collection) (for rimming glass) Ingredients: • 1 small sprig mint • 2″ long […]
Spicy black bean dip makes a great side at a BBQ or for entertaining a casual event at home. This recipe is courtesy of Chef Rachel, who works with all our flavours to come up with unique recipes that are healthy and flavourful. Baklouti Black Bean Dip • ¼ cup Sunshine Coast Olive Oil Co. […]
Hummus is one of those divine foods that originates in the Middle East. This version has an Asian twist thanks to the intervention of the divine sesame oil. This recipe is courtesy of Chef Rachel, who works with all our flavours to come up with unique recipes that are healthy and flavourful. Ingredients: • […]
