Tag Archives: olives

As Greek as sun and sand

Posted on November 2, 2017 by jingsandthings

It seems such a long time since I last posted, but the summer has just flown past. Can’t say why I’ve been so busy, nothing in particular apart from publishing a book for a friend (more of which in another … Continue reading →

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Sun, olives, lamb and baklava

Posted on August 11, 2016 by jingsandthings

On a hot summer evening in the Aegean olives have a zingy, comforting flavour that’s missing at home where they are merely really good. The same goes for watermelon. Served up free at many restaurants what is often a tasteless … Continue reading →

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Olive time

Posted on November 8, 2012 by jingsandthings

Nothing is quite like the smell of olive oil as its aroma is released, or the flavour of it hitting tastebuds after being drizzled on food. Both capture more than a hint of the green of spring, the gold of … Continue reading →

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