Description
Cream of Artichoke is made using chopped artichokes, mixed with ROI extra virgin olive oil, vinegar and natural flavoring. It makes an excellent addition to tarts and other dishes..Taste Profile: Rich, salty, creamy..Pairing: Bread, crackers, as a sandwich spread, dip, bruschetta, tapenade, other gourmet apertivos, appetizers, and hors d'oeuvres..Artichokes are a member of the thistle family and have grown in Italy since the 1400s. They are known for their globe structure with petal-like bracts, which are usually edible only at the fleshy base of the globe. Once the bracts are removed the bristly "choke" is revealed, the base of which is considered the best part, the artichoke heart..ROI is especially known for their olive production, where the olive grove and the flavor of the olives are influenced by the surrounding Mediterranean woodland and chestnut trees, the sea and wild herbs. The olive mill is currently composed of the traditional mill with a granite millstone and two presses, as well as a newly designed mill with a continuous cycle and cold extraction..About Roi - Roi is a small family-owned EVOO producer that has been operating for four generations and is focused on quality. The Frantoio Roi, also known as the olive mill, is currently composed of the traditional mill with a granite millstone and two presses, as well as a newly designed mill with a continuous cycle and cold extraction..Product of Italy - Made in Liguria, Italy through a careful selection of quality ingredients. The estate is located in one of the most unique corners of Italy. Olive trees grow on terraced land on very steep hills and cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The climate and sea influence the oil's wonderful taste and unique aroma..Liguria, Italy - Liguria is a region of north-western Italy, bordered by the sea, the Alps, and the Apennine mountains, it enjoys a mild climate year-round. Ligurian agriculture specializes in high-quality products such as flowers, wine, and olive oil. The world's finest olive oil is obtained from the Taggiasca olive, which grows here in Liguria..Makes a Great Gift - Pair with other products from our line to create a thoughtful gift for holidays, anniversaries, birthdays, employee appreciation, thank you, and hosts. We recommend our best-selling Ligurian Extra Virgin Olive Oil and our Basil Pesto Sauce which is always appreciated by foodies, chefs, and home cooks..Visit the Roi Store - View recipe suggestions and additional gourmet Italian products such as Italian extra virgin olive oil, Italian spreads, bruschetta toppings, artichoke paste, sundried tomato pesto sauce, fresh basil pesto sauce, and polyphenol-rich olive oil.
