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Olive Oil 101

Come learn all about olive oil—nature's "liquid gold"—with Mary Louise Bucher, owner of Trattore Farms. Discover how it's made, what makes it so healthy, and how to use it in everyday cooking. Learn professional tasting techniques, sample several oils to develop your palate, and discover easy ways to incorporate olive oil into your daily meals for healthier living.
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Tasting & Pairing Nature's Liquid Gold
Olive Oil 101
Come learn all about olive oil—nature's "liquid gold"—with Mary Louise Bucher, owner of Trattore Farms. Discover how it's made, what makes it so healthy, and how to use it in everyday cooking. Learn professional tasting techniques, sample several oils to develop your palate, and discover easy ways to incorporate olive oil into your daily meals for healthier living.

Features

  • Learn professional olive oil tasting techniques and develop your palate with multiple oil samples.
  • Discover production methods, health benefits, and daily cooking applications with expert guidance.
  • Hands-on food pairing experience with Mary Louise Bucher, owner of Trattore Farms.
  • Appellation's chef crafted seasonal bites and local Sonoma County wines will be shared to compliment class conversations.
Mary Louise Bucher
Local Master Miller
Mary Louise Bucher
Owner of Trattore Farms & Winery

Mary Louise Bucher is the owner and Master Miller of Trattore Farms, where she oversees the production of artisan olive oils on 40 acres of steep rolling hillsides in Dry Creek Valley, combining rich farming traditions with meticulous attention to detail to create exceptional oils that reflect their unique sense of place.

Testimonials

"The instructor was clear and creative. It was so relaxing!" - Cathy L.
"A great 2 hours with my daughter, we loved to make cookies together." - Jennifer G.
"We learned something new and now appreciate it." - Carrie M.
"Everyone was so friendly and I met some new ladies. Thank you so much for the special time!" – Marilys G.
"I loved the people, experience, atmosphere and learning." - Diane B.
"Very straight forward step-by-step directions, clear and concise. Lots of support and encouragement." - Renee L.