The Olive Oil Masterclass:: Lessons from a Professional Olive Oil Sommelier

How do you recognise a good olive oil? How many different kinds of olive oil are there? What are the health benefits of using olive oil in cooking? In this book, Wilma Van Grinsven-Padberg, one of the few certified olive oil sommeliers in the world, and an international olive oil masterclass teacher, tells you everything you ever wanted to know about olive oil. She explores its lore, history, and uses, and shares her passion and expertise - and some of her favourite recipes - with insider tips on choosing the right olive oil, matching the oil to the dish, and identifying the characteristics and flavours of oils from different sources. The perfect gift for food lovers!

Wilma Van Grinsven-Padberg studied at O.N.A.O.O (Organizzazione Nazionale Assaggiatori Olio di Oliva) in Italy and the ICC (International Culinary Center) in New York. She is a certified olive oil sommelier and travels around the world to taste, judge and give masterclasses to professional chefs. She is also the head buyer for the international chain of stores, Oil & Vinegar.