Extra-virgin olive oil demand and consumption have risen steadily worldwide in recent years because of its health benefits and flavor for dressings, marinades and popularity for drizzling on bread. PHOTO BY DAN COYRO/MCT Consider the olive. The olive tree has been cultivated for more than 5,000 years, starting in the eastern Mediterranean. Trees can live […]
Montvale Schnucks
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Local big cheese on variety and expertise
Her voice halted me in my tracks. Right in front of the Montvale Schnucks’ newly renovated and expanded specialty cheese display, I quit pushing my cart. Shamelessly eavesdropping, I cast periodic surreptitious glances toward the speaker behind the counter. “This is Raclette. It’s from Switzerland and ….” A young Schnucks staffer was showing a piece […]
