HEALTH BENEFITS:
• Sesame Oil is extracted from unrefined cold-pressed seeds in order to qualify for all its essential health benefits.
• Sesame seeds are essential for revitalizing the skin, and a great treatment for the flaccidity (lack of energy).
• It is also a great source of polyunsaturated fats, rich in omega 6, and a great source of zinc.
• It is known to heal eczema, psoriasis, stress and high blood pressure.
• It has been observed that people suffering from the problem of hypertension are usually prone to anxiety, poor circulation, nerve and bone disorders. Thus, Sesame oil application protects the body from various disorders associated with nervous system.

IN THE KITCHEN:
This amber colored, aromatic oil, made from pressed and toasted sesame seeds, is a popular ingredient in Chinese and Korean cooking.
It is not used as a cooking oil but more as a dressing as it burns easily

HEALTH BENEFITS:
• Sesame Oil is extracted from unrefined cold-pressed seeds in order to qualify for all its essential health benefits.
• Sesame seeds are essential for revitalizing the skin, and a great treatment for the flaccidity (lack of energy).
• It is also a great source of polyunsaturated fats, rich in omega 6, and a great source of zinc.
• It is known to heal eczema, psoriasis, stress and high blood pressure.
• It has been observed that people suffering from the problem of hypertension are usually prone to anxiety, poor circulation, nerve and bone disorders. Thus, Sesame oil application protects the body from various disorders associated with nervous system.

IN THE KITCHEN:
This amber colored, aromatic oil, made from pressed and toasted sesame seeds, is a popular ingredient in Chinese and Korean cooking.
It is not used as a cooking oil but more as a dressing as it burns easily

The Sesame oil is currently known as the queen of all oils due to the legend of its healing powers. It was used as such in countries like India and was a useful tool in unblocking clogged arteries.

If you haven’t discovered Hazelnut oil, you might be in for a culinary epiphany. This rare treat has been known as one of the strongest flavored oil favored by chefs for its scarcity and taste.
The Chilean Hazelnut Oil in particular, is unique in the world and is only produced at a limited quantity.
One of the most delicious gourmet oils one can find-it has an excellent nutty taste and smell which makes it a nice condiment in many recipes.

FLAVOR CONTOUR:
Toasty, smooth, delicate, buttery flavor, great mix with brie cheese and olive oil

RECIPES TO TRY c/o Epicurean.com
Toasted hazelnut salad with dried cranberries and hazelnut vinaigrette
In a small saucepan heat 2 teaspoons olive oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook shallots, stirring, until golden brown. Stir in cranberries, 3 tablespoons vinegar, water, and sugar and simmer mixture, stirring occasionally, until syrupy, about 4 minutes. Transfer mixture to a bowl and cool to room temperature.
In a small skillet heat 1 teaspoon olive oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook hazelnuts with salt and pepper to taste, stirring, until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Transfer nuts to a plate and cool.
In a small bowl whisk together mustard and remaining tablespoon vinegar with salt and pepper to taste. In a stream whisk in hazelnut oil and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil until emulsified.

In a large bowl toss greens with just enough dressing to coat and divide among 6 plates. Sprinkle salads with cranberry mixture and hazelnuts. Serve salad with soup as a main course or aline as a first course.
Persimmon Wedges with Toasted Hazelnuts

Cut persimmons into 1/2-inch-thick wedges. Arrange on plate. Drizzle with hazelnut oil. Place hazelnuts in bowl. Serve persimmons with hazelnuts.

Walnut Oil is made with first class quality walnut fresh off the trees of South America. This oil is known to be the richest in essence as three fifths of its weight is indeed oil. It is the most delicate forms of oil and is a heavy main ingredient among many French and Italian cuisines.

It is not mainly used for cooking due to its delicate quality but where it is the main ingredient in many salad dressings or pasta sauces to give a savory splash over a finished dish.
FLAVOR CONTOUR:
Nutty, full bodied with a tasteful aroma, main condiment for salads and pasta

RECIPES TO TRY c/o Epicurean.com
Endive salad with apples, walnuts and gorgonzola

Whisk olive and walnut oil, vinegar and shallot in small bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Combine endive, arugula, apples, walnuts and Gorgonzola in large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Divide among 6 plates and serve.

OTHER USES:
Walnut oil is fantastic tossed through pasta. With a soft blue cheese such as Gorgonzola, steamed fresh green beans or spinach, sautéed mushrooms or simply parsley and garlic.
Use walnut oil to grease ramekins and moulds for desserts. It will add a delicate, nutty dimension.

This health obsessed world now counts calories and consumers are becoming more conscious of oil consumption to maintain that fit lifestyle. The health crowd of South America and Los Angeles now choose oils of finest qualities containing balanced nutrients – at this point, Avocado Oil is slowly becoming an essential need in the kitchen.

HEALTH BENEFITS:
• The avocado fruit is considered one of the healthiest essential fruits. It is stated that it has an energy value higher than banana or meat.
• It is rich in a plant compound called beta-sitosterol, which helps block absorption of cholesterol in the intestines.
• It is rich in monounsaturated fats which are “good fats” usually associated with very healthy Mediterranean diets to help lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol.
• This oil is a powerful antioxidant due to the presence of Vitamin E. It protects the skin, eye, and defense against infections due to the high contents of vitamin A, vitamin B, B2, & B3.

IN THE KITCHEN:
Avocado oil is a cooking oil elite having a high burning point of 500 • 0F compared to 3750F of Olive oil which makes this an excellent accompaniment in gourmet cooking. The oil does outlasts any other oil in the kitchen and does not burn.

Avocado cooking oil has an outstanding variety of uses in the kitchen. It • has a unique, mild flavor and aroma used in salad dressings, dips, soups, marinades, baking, roasting and grilling. Due to its high smoke point, avocado oil is also used for high temperature cooking.

This health obsessed world now counts calories and consumers are becoming more conscious of oil consumption to maintain that fit lifestyle. The health crowd of South America and Los Angeles now choose oils of finest qualities containing balanced nutrients – at this point, Avocado Oil is slowly becoming an essential need in the kitchen.

The culture of oil tasting rooted from the oil where it all began.
Have you ever heard of the term – “Extra Virgin”? For an oil to be donned this title, it has to meet certain requirements and achieve a certain chemical balance of fruitiness and taste.
The taste, from an oil expert – has to be at its purest essence – it has to be fault free. What classifies La Casona Olive Oil as Extra Virgin is that it comes from the purest of olive oils and is processed and produced fresh by experts. It has an excellent balance of flavor and is kept fresh at a certain temperature.

Generally, there are about four factors affecting Olive Oil flavor –
• Production Quality and Storage - La Casona Olive oil are exported fresh of the valleys of South Chile – they are kept at a certain room temperature and are packaged and sealed to maintain its rich fresh flavor.
• Fruit Maturity – the oils are labeled “Extra Virgin – and is kept to maintain that title to achieve the perfect chemical balance of fruitiness and taste.
• Growing Region – Chile is known for its exotic valleys of fresh fruit and • these are shipped off the valley of ValParaiso and Santiago to maintain freshness. Chile’s climate allows the fruit to grow and produce at its best state.

RECIPES TO TRY c/o Epicurean.com
Fettunta
Toast old bread, preferably over an open fire, rub it with fresh garlic - the toast will act as a grater, and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle freshly pressed olive oil over it.

We have processed the benefits of our richly flavored aromatic fusions for a total oil gourmet experience – mixing more than 12 different types of pure oils – all pure and natural.

Our oil experts have come together to blended flavors designed to tickle the palette and promote a healthy lifestyle.