Oil and Vinegar, the animated movie

For those who may not think an olive oil drizzler that leaks, is a great concern. View animated short movie ‘Oil and Vinegar’

Award winning: Oil & Vinegar, qualified for consideration for an Academy Award, has received international acclaim at film festivals…

Produced and Directed by:
Mike Blum

(copyright 1999 Pipsqueaks Films)

Animated Film Reviews:
“…this enchanting film’s beautiful animation can weave its spell…4 Stars!”: FilmThreat.com
“Cutting-edge animation, as well as a funny script, makes Oil & Vinegar a great short.”: FilmsOn.com
“…dramatic!”: Animation World Magazine
“…cute, clever…Just what you hope for in a short…”: Let’s Schmooze.com
2nd Place: Best Animation at the Pacific Coast Film Festival
Audience top ten at Hardshare FilmFest.
‘Oil & Vinegar’ is U. Grad’s Baby: Salt Lake City Tribune

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Balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil are regarded as a healthy mixture by nutritionist and food professionals. Balsamic vinaigrettes are a healthy salad dressing option to that of bottled commercial salad dressings that have been processed and have many ingredients that are not favorable to a healthy diet. Most people rave about the flavor combination and full-bodied taste a balsamic vinaigrette brings to a salad. The balsamic vinaigrette has became the favorite salad dressing recommended by dietitians. A mixture of balsamic vinegar and olive oil offers antioxidant ingredients and heart healthy monounsaturated fatty acids. As an alternative to commercial processed salad dressings, a fresh made balsamic vinaigrette can help lower cholesterol levels. Balsamic vinegar is fat-free, high in potassium, and boasts of flavor unlike any other vinegar.

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Olive oil health benefits are attributed to olive oil’s high content of monounsaturated fatty acids and also its high content of antioxidants. Extra virgin olive oil, from the first pressing of the olives, contains higher levels of antioxidants, particularly vitamin E and phenols. No other naturally produced oil has as large an amount of monounsaturated as extra virgin olive oil, specifically oleic acid. Most other vegetable oils may need to be detoxified and refined. Another of the health benefits of olive oil is that cold, or fresh pressed extra virgin olive oil can be consumed immediately and will retain the natural olive variety flavor, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants of the ripe olives. It is important to know many smaller estate olive producers hand pick the olives to preserve their freshness and maintain a high quality of harvest.

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Oil and vinegar condiments and cooking uses are becoming increasingly popular. Oil and vinegar recipes, along with oil and vinegar health benefits are extremely diverse and volumes can be written about them. An oil and vinegar cruet is more common in the gourmet kitchen, and used more frequently. The culinary category of oil and vinegar has been expanded with new products brought about by new manufacturing producers and processes. Oil and vinegar products have increased dramatically with the arrival of new flavored oils and infused oils, along with flavored vinegars and balsamic vinegars. Vinegar and oil may seem to be simple pantry staples, but they are more than that. Oil and vinegar are ingredients that many of us use nearly every day. Oil and vinegar appears in recipes of nearly all the cuisines of the world. The mixtures of oil and vinegar result in delicious dressings, toppings, sauces, vinaigrettes, and marinades. Scientific research that has examined the health benefits of olive oil, and also that of vinegar is now revealing data that substantiates a multitude of healthy advantages for those people who consume cold pressed extra virgin olive oil and also quality produced vinegar. Olive oil has long been associated with the Mediterranean Diet. As a staple ingredient of the Mediterranean Diet, extra virgin olive oil ads flavor and health benefits to this cuisine. Dietary professionals have taken notice that those people who eat a Mediterranean Diet, have shown a remarkable healthy lifestyle. Olive oil is known to have high levels of antioxidants, and is recognized for its natural composition of monounsaturated fatty acids, which unlike animal fats, is healthy for you. Historically vinegar has been used as a tonic for poor health, as a preservative for canning and pickling, and its acidic taste is used extensively for culinary purposes. Quality vinegar will give characteristics such as tartness or a subtle sour taste to recipes such as vinaigrettes and marinades. A marinade that contains vinegar as an ingredient should also include a combination of oil, preferably olive oil, and herbs and spices. Vinegar in one’s diet is a detoxification agent, and the acetic acid increases metabolism and helps burn or dissolve fats in the body.

Increasing oil and vinegar in one’s diet will continue to promote health especially when combined with fresh fruits and vegetables. Many gourmet chefs are producing oil and vinegar recipes that are delicious and healthy without sacrificing exquisite taste. Oil and vinegar cruets are now popular for gift selections.

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Try to imagine authentic Italian cooking and recipes without olive oil.
What would a pasta sauce be without olive oil? Olive oil is used in numerous culinary creations. Olive oil is used in drizzling, baking, deep frying, and sautéing. It is also used as a marinade or dressing over salads. Drizzled olive oil goes over cooked vegetables, meats, and seafood. A fine quality olive oil is often used as a finish to soups and bean dishes.For general purpose cooking almost any olive oil will do. Reserve a fine quality extra virgin olive oil for drizzling over salads and finished dishes. This works especially well over fish and vegetables. Remember, the better the olive oil that you use, the better tasting your prepared food will be. Keep your olive oil in a cool dark pantry, and always in a glass decanter for preservation.Each olive oil has its own individual taste, indicative of the variety of olive and place of growing origin. Many of the finest olive oils originate from the Mediterranean countries. Spain is considered one of the finest olive oil producers. You may desire to search out your preferred taste in olive oil. Today there are numerous varieties to choose from, and can be easily found at a gourmet market or online gourmet shop.

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Country of production does make a difference when deciding which olive oil to purchase. Spanish olive oil is a premier choice.

The Holiday Season is a time for welcoming guests to the table. This year, make a place for Spanish olive oil at your gathering be it a casual buffet, multi-course dinner or simple get-together for small bites. Olive oils provide smooth, vibrant and bold tastes that enhance the flavor of any dish from appetizers to desserts.

Olive oil from Spain is a favorite choice of leading chefs around the world, including award-winning chef José Andrés. The chef-owner of seven highly-acclaimed restaurants in the Washington, D.C., area and author of ‘Tapas: A Taste of Spain in America’ (Random House) recommends elevating the flavor of any holiday meal by using olive oil in recipes that call simply for oil.‘The unique flavor of olive oil from Spain adds depth and richness to any holiday dish, whether it’s savory or sweet,’ Andrés said. ‘Of course it’s great for sautéing, roasting or finishing dishes, but also try substituting olive oil for vegetable oil or butter when baking holiday cakes and cookies,’ he said.  From North Central Illinois News Tribune Online

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Matching Drizzle Cruets
For the chef who loves to drizzle olive oil, gift a new European set of matching oil and vinegar drizzle cruets.

Crafted Euro style and design of hand-blown glass. The glass drizzle cruets are the perfect dispensers for gourmet olive oil and tradizionale aceto balsamico. They are great to display quality oil and vinegar on any dining table. Each drizzle cruet is made from hygienic hand-blown borosilicate Simax glass. Simax glass is a durable and practical kitchen-ware glass material, similar to Pyrexâ„¢. Each cruet holds 6 fl oz. and is dishwasher safe. When using glass cruets, there is no metallic corrosion after extended exposure to vinegar. Cruets.com drizzle cruets are all glass composition. 2 piece cruet: one glass pour spout and corresponding vessel body. Each drizzle cruet has a flared neck receptacle which accepts a ground glass spout and catches any drip. The flared neck also doubles as a built-in funnel for filling. Glass spouts have an integral vent for pressure equalization when pouring liquid.

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