Where is the best place to buy giftable oils, truffle and olive — and maybe some great aged balsamic? (2 replies, last updated by pitu August 10, 2005)

Hi hounds! Adding oil while boiling pasta prevents them from clumping. It also helps previnting boil over. But oil prevent from pasta to absorb sauce. Houders, what is your preference and why? (19 replies, last updated by DGresh June 23, 2007)

Syrian Market in the South End (on Shawmut near the Franklin Cafe and South End Formaggio) does indeed carry grapeseed oil in big bottles at popular prices. (3 replies, last updated by MC Slim JB January 10, 2004)

In terms of local resources, call Formaggio Kitchen in Cambridge, the mother store (not the satellite in Boston’s South End). They often carry at least a couple of Ligurian oils (and could probably help you find out where... (6 replies, last updated by SEH February 9, 2005)

Am a complete truffle addict and have been through one oil after another-looking for a good one- but the search has ended. I have found a GREAT one. Both the black and white are excellent(tho I confess to having a preference... (0 replies, last updated by Janice June 28, 2002)

exists that you could end up with oil contaminated with a food borne bacteria. Oil is an anaerobic (no air) environment, the most common bacteria that grows in an anaerobic environment is botulism. Commercial garlic oils have... (6 replies, last updated by Murrmaid July 6, 2004)

Does anyone know where I can find peppermint oil (NOT peppermint extract, and NOT oil for your skin)? I’ve called one Shaw’s, one Stop & Shop, two Whole Foods, and two Trader Joe’s. No luck. Any suggestions?? (6 replies, last updated by bvmk December 15, 2007)

DiPalo’s. Great selection of high end and regular everyday olive oil. Just ask the guy behind the counter for his recommendation. He has recommended some fantastic olive oil that I would have never thought of. They are on... (19 replies, last updated by rose water July 23, 2009)

" flavor to it. I ended up throwing about half the bottle away. I, personally, would not purchase this product. I prefer the flavor and cooking properties of olive oil and canola oil to rice oil. (4 replies, last updated by Ruth Lafler October 5, 2007)

'll hit it with just a few drops of white truffle oil at the end. It perfumes the bread marries so perfectly with the cheese and toasty bread. Delicious. (19 replies, last updated by Blizza22 July 22, 2009)

Olive oil? Never heard of it. Is this anything like EVOO?-Rachel Ray. Couldn’t resist a cheap shot. I looked up rancid olive oil and it seems, at least a year opened if kept in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed dark... (8 replies, last updated by C. Hamster August 11, 2009)

They serve it at Pintxo but when I asked, nobody knew where to get it. I’ll try your suggestion but I might end up to the restaurant and see if I can buy a bottle from them. It’s the most delicious oil I’ve ever... (13 replies, last updated by Campofiorin May 30, 2008)

but not necessary. Top with a few chopped walnuts and a drizzle of walnut oil. Or make a wild rice and drizzle some walnut oil in at the end which is really good. It changes a bit due to availability of fresh fruit or pomegranate... (16 replies, last updated by limster March 29, 2009)

a simple thin crust flat bread with some shaved parmigiano, olive oil, toasted pine nuts, golden raisins, lots of black pepper, and truffle oil in the end. for some reason, a shower of chopped parsley heightens everything. (10 replies, last updated by jdherbert December 30, 2005)

I recently heard on a NPR radio program that the majority of imported Extra Vrgin Olive oil is diluted anyway where.on Long Island can I get the real deal or what brand can be trusted.???????Awhile back I had purchased a Lebanese... (17 replies, last updated by westchesterdiner November 8, 2009)