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Question:
When is the best time of day to taste olive oil?
Answer:
Our store is busiest in the afternoon and early evening, however, the morning is the best time to taste since olfactory perception is highest in the morning hours.
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Greetings!
Valentine's Day is the most romantic holiday of the year. It's the perfect day to show that special someone how much you love and appreciate them. Before you fall back on the tired old gift of one dozen long-stemmed red roses or the one pound box of chocolates, think il Fustino. We have several unique options you may want to consider. Remember il Fustino for that "Truly Tasteful Gift." Good News! The olive oil pressing is now behind all of our producers and with this task done our 2010 Basil and Jalapeno have arrived in the store.  Wild Hibiscus Flowers in Syrup8.8oz (11 flowers per jar) A beautiful and unique product - serve exquisite Wild Hibiscus
Flowers as a garnish in Champagne or sparkling white wine during your Valentine celebration! Sold in a beautifully presented jar containing 11 Wild Hibiscus Flowers in syrup with an 8 page cocktail guide on the lid. When served, the little flower sits in the bottom of the
glass, all the bubbles stream off and subtly unfurl the flower. At the
end of the drink you can eat the flower - it has a delicious raspberry and rhubarb flavor. You will love our Wild Hibiscus Flowers with their vibrant crimson Valentine color. The perfect accompaniment for Valentine's Day, your next dinner party, or special occasion.
Lavender Olive Oil Creme7oz jar  Pamper your dry, stressed skin with il Fustino's Lavender Olive Oil Creme. This rich cream formulated for the face and body helps
moisturize your skin with first-pressed, extra virgin olive oil and other
skin-pampering ingredients. The creamy texture glides over your skin, helping to
give your complexion a soft, hydrated and glowing look. Regular use helps
provide daily moisture and a feeling of comfort.
Directions: apply daily
to clean skin, gently massaging into your face and body. Use morning and evening
for best results.
Lavender Olive Oil Salt Scrub
7oz jar
This luxurious scrub suspends 60% salt in an emulsion of vaporizing essential lavender oil and extra virgin California olive oil.
Feel the salts and minerals
soften as you slough.
Directions: During a warm shower, using teaspoon size portions, gently massage body with circular motion. Do not use near eyes. Rinse with hot water and continue your shower using your favorite body soap. Do not use after shaving. Apply il Fustino Lavender Body Creme after shower.
Basil Extra Virgin 375mL
This
delightful basil olive oil is made from crushing together basil and
Mission olives naturally. Fabulous tossed with pasta for instant pesto
flavor, for salads with balsamic vinegar, as a sandwich spread or for
bread dipping.
Jalapeno Extra Virgin 375mL
This
hot and delicious Jalapeno oil is made naturally by crushing fresh
Jalapeno peppers and Mission olives together. For those who want to
"kick it up a notch." Taste with care!
 il Fustino
offers over 20 different oils and vinegars presented in
large (25 liter) tanks called Fustis. We encourage everyone to taste
from the Fustino before buying. Our customers are so enthusiastic, they
love the fun of tasting and
the education and guidance provided by our expert in-store staff.
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Benefits of Exfoliating
It
doesn't matter how much lotion you are slapping on
your skin, if you do not exfoliate on a regular basis,
your skin cannot absorb all the benefits your moisturizer has to offer.
This is due to your pores being clogged by the dead skin cells your
skin has shed. Clogged pores makes your skin look dry, flaky, and
dehydrated. A photographer will tell you, light reflects best off a
smooth surface. If your skin is not smooth and clean it will not
properly reflect light and you will look older. Besides
the normal places to exfoliate, like your face, legs and arms; have you
remembered to exfoliate your neck? Exfoliating your neck is often
ignored. Exfoliating your neck will give you a fresher look. Have you looked at
your heels lately? Feet are a part of the body that require daily attention. Exfoliating
your feet before applying sunless tanning lotion will help prevent
streaking. Some of the benefits of exfoliating are: Its ability to improve the texture of your dull skin, making it more vibrant Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles Sloughs off the dead skin cells your body has shed Unclogs pores Keeps skin healthy, thus helping to prevent break-outs Helps retain your tan when you exfoliate before applying sunscreen
After exfoliation apply il Fustino Lavender Olive Oil Creme. Olive
oil both softens and smooths the skin, leaving it very supple. It has
exceptional penetrating ability, and is able to lock natural moisture
in, thus preventing dry skin. In addition, it is high in
well-documented antioxidant properties. Olive oil has the natural
ability to target epidermal keratinocytes (the basic cells from which
the upper layer of skin is made) and can stimulate the synthesis of
collagen and elastin, thus encouraging firmer and healthier skin.
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Events
Thursday February 18, 2010 7:00PM
OLIVE OIL AND WINE TASTING
Back
by popular demand! An insiders guide on "How To Taste" olive oils and
wines. We will explore the many similarities between the two in the
tasting process. We will highlight differences, remembering Olio nuovo e vino vecchio "New oil and old wine."
$20Thursday February 18, 2010 7:00PM
Back by popular demand!!!
Thursday March 4, 2010 7:00PM
HOMEMADE PIZZA
California Woodfired Pizza will be at il Fustino with their "Pizza Oven on Wheels" to make and provide expert advise on the perfect pizza pie.
$20
RESERVE YOUR SPOT FOR COOKING CLASSES - WE HAVE LIMITED CAPACITY AND NOW REQUIRE ALL FEES IN ADVANCE.
Call il Fustino 805.845.3521
Note: il Fustino books private evening events. The store provides
a beautiful space for an evening get together.
To reserve or for questions, please call Laura at il
Fustino 805.845.3521.
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Recipes
Tuscan Pizza Dough
Serves: 5/6
Ingredients  1/4 ounce,
active dry yeast (one package)
3/4 cup,
warm water
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105 to 115 degrees
1 1/2 cups,
unbleached all-purpose flour
1/4 cup,
unbleached all-purpose flour
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reserved
1/2 cup,
semolina flour
1 teaspoon,
sugar
1 teaspoon,
kosher salt
1 tablespoon, il Fustino
extra virgin olive oil
Method
Make sure that you have fresh yeast! Packaged yeast has a short shelf life.
Dissolve the package of yeast in the warm water and let stand for 10
minutes. Heating in the microwave for about 1 minute will get the water
to the proper temperature, but check with a thermometer.
In a food processor with the metal
blade inserted, combine the following: 1 ½ cups of flour, ½ cup of
semolina, 1 tsp. sugar, and 1 tsp. salt. Mix well. With the motor
running, slowly mix in the yeast mixture until combined. Add the 1 tbsp.
of olive oil to the mixture and continue mixing for 1 minute. The dough
should have formed a ball. Note: Add the remaining ¼ cup of flour if it
hasn't formed a ball yet. Take the dough out of the mixer and put onto a floured surface and knead briefly with flour until the ball is not sticky.
Next, form the dough into a ball and put it in a bowl that has been
lightly coated with olive oil. Cover the bowl with a damp towel and put
it in a warm place for about 1 hour. (You may then put it in the
refrigerator).
Take the dough from the refrigerator
and roll it on a floured surface into a long cylinder and cut it into
5-6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and place on a floured
platter. Do this with all the balls and keep them covered with a damp
towel.
Place a pizza stone on a rack in the oven and preheat to 500 degrees
for 1 hour prior to cooking. Alternatively place pizza stone on gas
grill. Turn on burners to medium heat and heat for 1 hour prior to
cooking.
Using a rolling pin, roll one ball
into a circle making a pizza crust. Now you can add the tomato sauce
and your toppings and cook at 500 for about 5 to 7 minutes. Watch
closely as it cooks very fast!
Cooked on a pizza stone in a blazing hot oven or on a barbecue grill,
this makes a beautiful thin and tasty crust. You can use prepared
spaghetti sauce for the topping. Spread very thinly; too much sauce
will keep the dough from cooking completely. Use all other toppings
sparingly -- less is more.
Wild Hibiscus Royale 
This
drink was first served at the legendary Dorchester Hotel, London in
2006; a Swanky hang out for the rich and famous where it remains the
most popular Champagne cocktail on the menu. Ingredients
- Wild Hibiscus Flowers
- ¼ oz. natural rose water
- 2/3 oz. Wild Hibiscus Syrup
- Mint
- Champagne or Sparkling White Wine
Method Muddle mint in the champagne flute and discard (squash some leaves around inside of glass Place Wild Hibiscus Flower in bottom of glass and stand upright Add rose water and some bruised torn mint pieces Top with Champagne or sparkling white wine Lastly, pour in the Hibiscus syrup which will graduate from crimson at the bottom to light pink at the top
Tip: Pour syrup in first for a layered effect.
The flower will sit in the bottom of the champagne flute and slowly open up over 3-4 minutes. Decadent and Divine - A New Classic is born!
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OPEN
Monday - Saturday 11:00 to 6:00
Sunday 11:00 to 5:00
Happy Valentines Day & Warmest Regards,
Laura & Jim
il Fustino, oils & vinegars
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