Check out Viva Oliva at their new location:
927 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA.
“Numerous varieties of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, artisan salts, and gourmet foods- being in our space is like perusing a European market.”
Sample their delicious olive oils, vinegars and more!
Easy “Grab and Go” gifts for a dinner party, picnic, or just because-
Super sweet owner and staff too!
Lady and Larder–
3759 Sawtelle Blvd.
Los Angeles, California
“We create radically seasonal and impeccably sourced cheese, cured meats, cruditรฉ and fruit boards. We are 100% woman-owned and family operated. We source all our products from American makers we love and respect.”
This family run business is nothing short of AMAZING!
When Covid 19 hit Los Angeles so hard they did everything they could every single day to help local farmers that were not able to sell their products at the farmers markets, which in turn helped so many people in the area and beyond get fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables each and every week.
This identical twin duo and their wonderful team warms my heart and I am so proud to know them and do business with them. Their creations are ART, edible ART-
At long last Ojai Jelly has arrived at We Olive Houston!!
Ojai Jalapeรฑo Jelly+Ojai Habanero Jelly+Ojai Habanero Apricot Jam
“Where Heat Meets Sweet”
I LOVE the We Olive family & I’m super excited to sell Ojai Jelly in Houston-
Lets do this!!
Did I mention they have a WINE BAR?!?
Oh YES they DO!
A great find in Ojai, California!
You’ll find beautifully crafted cheese boards, empanadas, kombucha +++
A darling outdoor trailer/bar, + comfy hammock.
You’ll find my trio of Ojai Jelly there too!
Discover Where Heat Meets Sweet–
Find Ojai Jelly at White’s Mercantile in Malibu
3835 Cross Creek Road #C
Malibu, California 90263
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I tried to call ahead but didn’t get through. Turns out you need to add a “1”
to the number listed on YELP- here’s the correct way to dial from the USA:
011-51-1-612 157-1625
Ok, so my hope was to bake for free & learn lots from the legendary Marcus Spahr,
so I just showed up, apron in tow.
Instead we had lunch, talked & then did business at his digs in the charming,
quaint little town of El Triunfo, Baja CA Sur.
Marcus is a self taught baker & has baked every day for 21 years.
He even built his mesquite wood-fire ovens for his Caffe.
Before Caffe El Triunfo there was Caffe Todos Santos, over on the west coast of Baja.
From start to finish Marcus’ bread fermentation process takes 24 hours to make.
His method develops more complex & mildly acidic flavors, which give his breads
a natural sweetness & nut-like character.
If you haven’t had the pleasure of a meal in his pizzeria or bakery, I highly recommend that you include an afternoon in El Triunfo for your next trip.
It’s really the best of two worlds: authentic Mexican charm & artisan pastries…
& it shouldn’t be missed!
PS while supplies last, FIND Ojai Jelly at Caffe El Triunfo
Open every day!
Zaca Mesa Winery is a great place to relax after the holiday & black friday-
11/24/18
12-3 sip, shop, chill, repeatโ
Ojai Jelly will be there sampling out something savory & delicious…
Colorful place-holders that give guests direction, & a party favor-
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Do your kids have the lunch box blues?
Try adding a little Ojai Jelly to their PB&J-
OR add peanut butter or almond butter to the crease of a few
sticks of celery, then add a side of Ojai Jelly for a fun
dipping delight!
Youโll be surprised how many kids love the combo-
W: www.ojaijelly.com
E: info@ojaijelly.com
4 parts Ojai Habanero Jelly
1 part Balsamic Vinegar
In a saucepan simmer low for about 45 minutes
Sauce thickens as it cools.
It’s great with meats, chicken, turkey, on tofu & vegetables
Enjoy!
Date with a Pig
No photo yet, I apologize. They’re eaten that fast—
Ingredients
Apple-smoked Bacon– 1 package
Medjool dates– about 30
Savory Sauce
What to do
Cut dates in 1/2, discard seeds.
Cut bacon in thirds, so you have about 3″ strips to work with.
Wrap bacon around date halves.
Secure with metal or bamboo pick.
In a convection oven;
Bake at 340* for about 10 minutes a side.
Regular oven; bake at 350* for about 12 minutes a side.
Drain off bacon grease & save 1 T. for “Savory Sauce”.
Habanero Balsamic Sauce-
In a saucepan;
4 parts Ojai Habanero Jelly
1 part Balsamic Vinegar
Reduce for about 45 minutes over low heat.
Easily alter Habanero Balsamic Sauce to this
Savory Sauce
In a saucepan over low heat;
Warm 1 1/2 cups Habanero Balsamic Sauce
with 5-ounces Chรฉvre
Add 1 T. bacon grease + any date bits left over.
Heat through. Stir & serve.
โ bet you can’t eat just oneโ
Please join us on Sunday, October 25th; 2pm-5pm
Find us all on the Golf Course at the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, 10th hole.
Education is a great cause!
All proceeds from Taste of Ojai benefit the Rotary Club of Ojaiโs Educational Foundation.
The Rotary Club of Ojai and its Educational Foundation have raised nearly one million dollars over the last two decades with
Taste of Ojai being our primary fundraising event.
Nearly $50,000 of scholarships are awarded each Spring to Ojai students for Fall enrollment at a recognized college, university, community college or technical school, with over 300 scholarships awarded to date.
In addition each year more than $30,000 of community grants are awarded to Ojai schools and non-profit organizations.
Get tickets here
Information here
Our Ojai Jelly booth will likely be sandwiched between Lori’s Original Lemonade &
Alquimia Organic Tequila
We hope to see your smiling faces on the green!
Addiction 2 Ojai Jelly– have a listen—
Headed to a press event tomorrow in Santa Monica, put together by Consumer Product Events, Malibu, CA.
I wish I could package up all of your comments & recipes for my “press kit”!ย 
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A big shout-out to Charee Edwards for coordinating the event, & to the Ojai Rotary Club!
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As always the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Resort hosted Taste of Ojai -2014.
The Indian-Summer conditions were spectacular, as October often presents in our little Nest-
The music was great & the ever-smooth Alquimia Organic Tequila divine!
People danced, laughed, & enjoyed tasty items from; Surf Brewery, Bliss Frozen Yogurt, Suzanne’s Cuisine, Feast Bistro,
& of course the Jelly Gals were serving up Ojai Habanero Apricot Jam over Cheese Cake!
Mark your calendars for Taste of Ojai 2015- it’s well worth attending!
