A line up of oils for a tasting
I am relaunching my popular two hour mini classes in Brighton from the beginning of March. They include 5-6 oils to taste and a faulty oil to compare and contrast. They set out to answer some of the questions most asked about extra virgin olive oil such as “what is the best olive oil to buy?” “what is the difference between ordinary olive oil and extra virgin oil?” “why is olive oil considered to be so healthy?” “what are polyphenols?” and “can you cook with extra virgin olive oil?” Some of the many misconceptions surrounding the subject are also exposed.
Course Content:
- Background:
- What is olive oil?
- How does extra virgin olive oil differ from other olive oils?
- Where do the best oils come from?
- What do phrases like “first pressing” and “cold pressed” mean?
- How to Taste Oil:
- A typical all round extra virgin oil
- Basic characteristics
- What are you looking for in a good oil?
- Taste the Difference:
- Oils from three or four different producing regions of the world
- Faulty oils and fraud
- Award winning oil
The classes are held at my premises in Brighton. The numbers for the classes are limited to 5-6. The fee for the classes is £55.00 per person (No VAT). This covers the cost of 5-6 oils typical oils, tasting cups etc. If you are interested in joining one of the up-coming classes contact me on judyridgway@btinternet.com to make a booking. There are currently just 2/3 places still available for the first class on Wednesday 12thMarch.
Thereafter, classes will be held on Wednesdays and Saturdays depending on demand.