“Sacred Fruit” Book Release Party
Join us for a book release party celebrating “Sacred Fruit: From Branch to Bottle- an Olive Oil Devotional.” Written by our in-house Olive Oil Sommelier and Venice store manager, Marci Weidemiller, Sacred Fruit is a deep dive into the wonderful world of olive oil. Subjects explored include olive oil’s important place throughout history, in religion, and in historical and cultural icons. Chapters are devoted to different cultivars, olive growing countries, propagation, harvesting, milling, tasting, purchasing, health and beauty tips, cooking and delicious recipes.
Includes: Appetizers, Wine and non-alcoholic beverages.
Upcoming Events
Focaccia Garden
Make and Take it! Class includes everything to make and decorate a beautiful edible focaccia bread centerpiece. Unleash your inner culinary artist! We will make, assemble and decorate the bread in class and you will take it home to bake it. Fee includes lunch immediately following class at Cafe Venice.
Beginner Olive Oil Tasting Class
Join us and our on-staff Certified Olive Oil Sommelier for a curated tasting of our new harvest Ultra-Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oils from South America, Australia, South Africa. As you taste the different oils we will discuss history, geography, and harvest and milling techniques. Learn the differences between mild, medium and robust oils and when best to use them. You will also learn the key role EVOO's play in a healthy diet.