Valentine Date Night Guide

  How to Host a Romantic Italian-Style Dinner The Pasolivo Valentine Date Night Guide There's no better to way to show affection than by cooking a meal for that special someone. Food is love, after all. Show your Valentine how much you care by putting together a beautifully romantic, thoughtful meal they'll never forget with a little bit of help from Pasolivo. Follow along to learn the ins and outs of hosting a formal, romantic dinner for your S.O. You'll be a pro by the end of this article!   Setting the scene Ambiance is everything. Creating the mood is the first and arguably most important part of hosting a dinner for your valentine. Here's some tips for establishing the Italian dinner party vibe:  No overhead lighting– stick to candles and lamps. You want to create a soft, ambient glow. These mini candles fit perfectly on the dinner table, and add a layer of warmth to the scene. Pull your best table cloth out of the linen closet– or how about one of these Parisian table runners as featured above? These are...

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Tomato Basil & Broccoli Pasta Salad | Bebe Black Carminito

This recipe was submitted by one of our brand ambassadors, Bebe Black Carminito. You can find her work at Champagne and Cookies. Connect with her on Instagram and Facebook. Ingredients 1 Lb Of Rainbow Rotini 3 Tablespoons Pasolivo Basil Olive Oil 2 Tablespoons Pasolivo Fig Balsamic Vinegar 2 Tablespoons Olive Brine from the Kalamata Olives 1 t Pasolivo Spicy Italian Seasoning Pinch of Pasolivo Black Lava Sea Salt 2 Cups Of Cherry Tomatoes halved 4 Cups Of Broccoli Florets and their stems sliced into small coins 6 Oz Of Spinach Chiffonade 8 Basil Leaves Chiffonade 6 Ounces Tomato Basil Feta and extra if desired 1 1/2 Cups Kalamata Olives halved (more…)

Pasolivo Pumpkin Recipes

The holidays are quickly approaching and nothing is more appropriate than pumpkin everything. Whether it's the new Pumpkin Spice Latte, carving or decorating a pumpkin, Pumpkin Spice Cheerios, Pumpkin Body Scrub, Pumpkin Candles, or everything in between, it's hard to step outside and not see something pumpkin related. We have hopped on the "Pumpkin Everything" trend and have created three pumpkin recipes for you to enjoy. Every recipe has a unique and creative twist and combines several Pasolivo products with your traditional pumpkin ingredients. We have adapted the recipe to include our Pasolivo olive oils, seasonings, salts, and honey. Whether it's our Granola Pumpkin Muffins, Pasolivo Pumpkin Pie, or Roasted Pumpkin with Walnut and Feta, we hope you and your loved ones can enjoy these recipes during this holiday season. Made using our Pasolivo Granola, our Granola Pumpkin Muffins combine our Tangerine Olive Oil with our Orange Blossom Honey and Sugar & Spice Blend (some like to call this blend our "Pumpkin Spice" blend) to add a delicious pumpkin taste. Enjoy these muffins year-round, on-the-go, or as a healthy breakfast...

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Back-to-School with Pasolivo

Back-to-School can be a busy time for both parents and children. As a parent, you want to know that your child is eating healthy and getting the proper nutrients. We have compiled a list of Back-to-School snacks for your children - whether it's something they take with them to school, or a snack they can have after school, Pasolivo wants to make back-to-school snacks as healthy and simple as possible. Made with a Pasolivo extra virgin olive oil of your choice, sweet honey, and salty seeds and nuts, you will love that our Pasolivo Granola is a healthy choice. You can also use the homemade mixture to create our Chewy Breakfast Bars and our Granola Bites.  (more…)

Celebrate Fourth of July with Pasolivo

What is better than spending the Fourth of July with family, friends, and neighbors? Adding Pasolivo products, flavors, and seasonings of course! We have put together several recipe ideas below to make the Fourth of July as easy, fun, and entertaining as possible. We also included several gift sets below to help amplify your Fourth of July celebration! (more…)

National Women’s Health Week 2017

Women celebrating and supporting each other Women's Health Week is "a national effort by an alliance of government organizations to raise awareness about manageable steps women can take to improve their health." --Speakers for Nurses It is never too late to work on your health. This year, the National Women's Health Week starts on Mother's Day and runs through the 20th of May. This week was created to focus on women's health, the importance of positive and healthy behaviors, and how important regular check-ups are. There is also a strong focus on a healthy diet which is where Pasolivo steps in. (more…)

Cinco de Mayo – Mouthwatering Recipes and Food Combinations

Strawberry and Sriracha Blended Margarita Although there is a lot of history based around Cinco de Mayo, it is also a time to enjoy new and delicious flavors, food combinations, and celebrations. The best way to celebrate is through food, and for us, that means Chicken Fajitas, Lime Black Bean Salsa, and Strawberry Margaritas! Whether you are spending Cinco de Mayo with one person or an entire group, we have all of the recipes you need to have a spectacular meal. The sizzle of grilled fajitas is a recognizable sound and the taste is even better. These mouthwatering Chicken Fajitas offer a unique flavor using our Pasolivo Lime Olive Oil.  The Chicken Fajitas are perfect for Cinco de Mayo or any other special occasion where you would like to incorporate some southwestern flare. (more…)

20 Ways to Enjoy Pasolivo Extra Virgin Olive Oil

[caption id="attachment_253" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Pasolivo[/caption] Olive oil is a natural flavor enhancer, meaning it will make your tomatoes taste better, your salads taste fresher, and your steaks taste richer.  Don’t believe me?  Try this fun experiment:  Chop up a tomato, cucumber or even an apple and divide between two plates.  Leave one plain and the other, drizzle with Pasolivo Extra Virgin Olive Oil.  Taste the plain tomato, cucumber or apple first, then go ahead, try the one with one of our Extra Virgin Olive Oils.  Now doesn’t that taste better?  You’ll find it makes the apple taste sweeter and the tomato and cucumber taste richer. (more…)