Olive oil is a fruit oil obtained from the olive (Olea europaea; family Oleaceae along with lilacs, jasmine and ash trees), a traditional tree crop of the Mediterranean Basin. It is commonly used in cooking, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and soaps and as a fuel for traditional oil lamps. Olive oil is healthier than other sources of alimentary fat because of its high content of monounsaturated fat (mainly oleic acid) and polyphenols.

If Israel is a culinary superpower, Tel Aviv is its Capital. Between the falafel stands and the gourmet restaurants that earn multiple forks in the Gault ? Millau guide ? not to mention a wide spectrum of Chinese, Italian, seafood and meat restaurants ? a unique culinary culture has blossomed, unmatched by any other food mecca.

Jamie's Italy is an Italian cookbook that is not only amazingly easy to follow but it offers a beautiful sense of Jamie's time in Italy. Not being one to read or use cookbooks I decided to review this book based on the name of the chef only. I have recently delved into gourmet cooking and often look to the Food Network...