The Sophisticated Olive The Complete Guide to Olive Cuisine is a must for any admirer of the beloved fruit.

Simple. Elegant. Refined. With a history as old as the Bible, the humble olive has matured into a sophisticated culinary treasure. Enter any fine restaurant and you will find the sumptuous flavor of olives in cocktails, appetizers, salads, entrees, and so much more. Designed for lovers of the olive - and, of course, its golden oil - here is a complete guide to understanding and enjoying this glorious fruit.

Explore the rich and fascinating history of the olive, from its ancient legends to its many bibilical citations to its place in the New World. Follow the olive's journey from tree to table and as both a medicine and a cosmetic. Learn how to grow an olive tree in your own backyard - a delight you can enjoy even if you live in the coldest of northern climes.

Peruse eighty recipes designed to put a smile on the face of any olive lover. Learn how to cure olives at home or how to use olives in beverages, salads, dressings, tapenades and spreads, infused oils, soups, side dishes, entrees, breads, and even cakes. Every recipe is hand-selected, kitchen-tested and guaranteed to please.

The Sophisticated Olive The Complete Guide to Olive Cuisine by Marie Nadine Antol from Square One Publishers.