On Monday, August 12, 2019 at 10:07:52 AM UTC-7, Jinx the Minx wrote:
> Gary > wrote:
> > 1) I wanted a strong tasting EVOO. In the past, the original
> > Pompeian EVOO was pretty strong. Didn't see it this time but they
> > did sell one called "Robust" flavor. Wouldn't you think that was
> > a strong one? I thought so. Anyway, rather than buying an 8oz
> > bottle for $3.99, I opted for a 32oz bottle for only 8.99 (on
> > sale). Much better deal, for sure.
> >
> > Just opened it yesterday to make my white pizza. Tasted it
> > and...SPLAT! Has a mild flavor but very mild and not what I
> > wanted at all. "Robust" flavor, my ass! oh well. I'll just let
> > it sit out on the counter until it first starts turning rancid
> > (long time). Once it starts turning, it might be more what I
> > want.
> >
> > On a more positive note:
> >
> > 2) New for me. Used a very nice mozarella cheese. I had an 8oz
> > ball of it. It's Bel Gioioso. It's good stuff and I recommend it.
> > https://www.belgioioso.com/Products/Fresh-Mozzarella
> >
>
> As far as grocery store mass market olive oils go, Im
> partial to Monini and California Olive Ranch. Its true you get what you
> pay for. The best olive oil Ive ever had I brought back from a trip to
> Greece. It was hand made, not a commercial product. It was incredible.

We have a whole store dedicated to olive oils here. You can find all kinds of tastes from bland to grassy, from mild to extra strong. It's a wonderful place and you can sample everything.

https://drizzletastingroom.com/