It's More Than a Matter of Taste

Olive oil is the single, most digestible of the edible fats. It helps us assimilate vitamins A, D, and K and contains essential acids that cannot be produced by our own bodies.

The best extra virgin and virgin olive oils are processed through cold or mechanical pressing. It's a natural, chemical-free process involving only pressure, which produces a low level of acidity. Most olive oils are filtered through cotton; unfiltered oil appears cloudy because tiny particles of olive settle to the bottom.

Make sure to swing by for Central Market North Lamar's Italian Fest (October 2-4th) and try il Rustico di casa Asaro--it's 100% Italian, unfiltered, loaded with polyphenols, with a grassy, buttery taste. Great for dipping, in salad dressing, or drizzled on soups or pasta!