Welcome to Our First Blog Post!

Hi there—and welcome to the very first blog post from Zionsville Olive Oil! We’re excited to have a space where we can share everything that’s happening in our store, spotlight our favorite products, and inspire you to bring more fresh flavor into your kitchen.

In each post, you can expect a mix of:
- What’s New on our seasonal shelves
- A fun or fascinating Olive Oil Fact
- A featured Pairing of the Month with a quick and delicious recipe

Whether you're a longtime customer or just discovering us, we hope this blog becomes your go-to for ideas, updates, and a drizzle of deliciousness.

Our Seasonal Shelf is bursting with fresh summer flavors! Now available (while supplies last):

• Blueberry Balsamic  – Sweet, tangy, and perfect for salads or glaze
• Watermelon Mint Balsamic – Refreshing and bold for summer spritzers
• Dill Olive Oil – Bright and herbaceous, amazing on potatoes or fish
• Bacon Olive Oil – Smoky and savory, perfect for roasted veggies and grilled meats

Reminder: Our seasonal towers are limited edition and won’t last long—grab yours before they’re gone!

Our 2024 Italian extra virgin olive oils come from the Leone family, third-generation olive farmers whose groves include both young plantings and trees over 230 years old. Committed to sustainability, innovation, and tradition, the Leone family is now one of the most technologically advanced producers in their region—without ever compromising on quality.

This season’s standout is our Coratina Extra Virgin Olive Oil—a bold, robust oil with a peppery finish and high in health-supporting polyphenols. It's a powerhouse in both flavor and nutrition.

2024 Harvest Highlights – Coratina EVOO

• Country of Origin: Italy

• Crush Date: November 2024

• Acidity: 0.16%

• Peroxides: 3.2

• Oleic Acid: 76%

• Polyphenols: 724

• K232: 1.73

• 1,2 DAGS: 90.5

• Kosher Certification: Orthodox Union

This month’s featured flavor duo is a summer showstopper: Strawberry Infused Dark Balsamic and Basil Pressato Infused Olive Oil. Together, they balance rich, ripe sweetness with herbaceous brightness—perfect for both savory and sweet applications. Try them in the seasonal recipe below for a fresh twist on roasted veggies.

Mention this Featured Pairing and get 10% off when you buy them together.

Valid through June 30, 2025, Or use coupon code “Featured Pairing” if ordering online.

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
• • 2 shallots, peeled and quartered
• • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• • 2 tablespoons Basil Pressato Olive Oil, plus extra for drizzling
• • 2 tablespoons Strawberry Dark Balsamic Vinegar, plus extra for drizzling
• • 1 teaspoon sea salt
• • Pinch of cracked black pepper
• • 1 cup fresh strawberries, trimmed and diced
• • ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
• • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to broil on high. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.

2. Spread asparagus, shallots, and garlic in a single layer. Drizzle with Basil Pressato Olive Oil and Strawberry Balsamic, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.

3. Broil for 10–12 minutes, or until asparagus is blistered and tender.

4. Remove from oven and top with fresh strawberries, crumbled feta, and chopped basil.

5. Finish with a final drizzle of Basil Pressato Olive Oil and Strawberry Balsamic before serving.