From Naples, Florida: Savor the Authentic with Old World Market

Olives were so revered in Biblical times that it is said that Moses granted olive growers an exemption from military service. Traditionally, olive oil was the oil burned in Hanukkah lamps. The earliest Olympic flame was a burning olive branch. Governments have begun to grant Controlled Designation of Origin to olives, just as with fine wines and cheeses. Thus, only the olives produced in Kalamata, Greece are permitted to carry that name. Beware- Kalamata style olives and Kalamata olives are not the same product . For thousands of years the olive branch has been used as a sign of peace and goodwill. This may be partly due to the fact that in early cultivation of the olive, it took decades to bear fruit for harvest, and, therefore, it was believed that anyone who planted olive groves was expecting a long and peaceful life. Olives cannot be eaten right off of the tree; they require special processing to reduce their intrinsic bitterness.Some olives are picked green and unrip...

We are really happy to tell you about our new line of products from very reputable 4 and 20 pasty company in Sarasota. From traditional Cornish pasties to handmade Meat pies and sausage roll-we have it all for you ready to bake and enjoy.In the end of the day everyone loves a fine pie! www.oldworldmarket.info Facebook page Just some fun facts about this delicacy . -Pasties were the Tin Miners lunch box with both sweet and savoury fillings. -Miners would hold the pasty by the crimp as a handle to avoid arsenic poisoning, and then leave the crimp for the knockers, the spirits believed to inhabited the mines -Housewives sometimes marked their husband's initials on the left-hand side of their pastry casing, in order to avoid confusion at lunchtime. -When the Cornish rugby team plays an important match, a giant Cornish pasty is symbolically hoisted over the bar before the start of the game. -It was once said the devil would never dare to cross the River -- Tamar into Cornw...

    We have great news to share. From today we are going to offer for your table the best bread you can find around and great value in the same time. The bread is backed in Naples(1.5 lb. loaves) so we guarantee the freshness and the quality. From French sourdough , Country white and Baguettes to Cinnamon Raisin, Marble rye and rustic Italian , we got it all. The bread is unbelievable good, so stop by and try it for yourself. 7 grain  $2.69 Sourdough  $1.79 Country white  $1.79 Baguette  $1.69 Marble Rye  $2.09 Today only until 6 pm, we have all the fresh breads ½ price.Just tell us about this offer. This is exclusive offer for our Email Club subscribers and Facebook fans and friends.

It can be hard to find Great quality Greek cheeses, such as  Kefalotiri, Graviera, Kefalograviera Kasseri or Cypriot Grilling -Halloumi chese  outside of Greece. But We carry them all at your favorite  Old World Market . Saganaki  is the name of the double handled frying pan, originally used to fry cheese and other foods in. Slowly the name was used to refer to the food cooked in the pan as well. As often happens in Greece, the recipe can differ greatly, so Saganaki can be just simply fried cheese. Then again, Saganaki can also refer to a dish with shrimps and feta in a tomato sauce that is cooked in a frying pan. Ingredients olive oil for frying 8 slices Greek Cheese - Kefalotiri, Kefalograviera,Kasseri or Cypriot Halloumi cheese freshly ground black pepper lemon wedges to serve Preparation If you are using Kefalotiri, Graviera, Kefalograviera or Kasseri, dip these cheese slices in flour before frying. You don't need to do this with Halloumi. Heat enough oli...

Greek cheese Fest Today and tomorrow only. Buy a mini wheel of any of the following best quality Greek Cheeses and get a 1/2 price ($4.49 and $3.99) for our best selling Californian(Sterling Vineyards Mendocino Organic Cabernet Sauvignon)and New Zealand(2007 Sacred Hill Savignon Blanc Marlborough) wines.  Kefalograviera Krinos Kasseri Matis Vlahotiri Kefalotiri Krinos Opa! Sterling Vineyards Mendocino Organic Cabernet Sauvignon This Cab shows flavors of juicy blackberry, currant and plum, with hints of espresso and toffee. Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. Usually selling for more than $16.We got it for limited time only for $8.99 2007 Sacred Hill Savignon Blanc Marlborough ,New Zealand -7.99 (Elsewhere $15) Richness framed by crisp acidity that runs through the core of citrus and tropical fruit to a fine finsh. An absolute steal for the money.

    I could not resist ,but to share this awesome recipe given to me from a very talented chef -good friend of mine- Giuseppe Lippi from Milano . The best pasta dish I ever had. Fettuccine with wild dried Porcini Mushrooms and Asparagus Serves 4 1 pound fettuccine 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 shallots, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 pound portablla mushrooms, sliced 1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms, rehydrated (we have them at the Old World Market) 3/4 cup red bell pepper, diced 1 pound fresh asparagus, ends cropped and cut into 1-inch pieces 8 ounces goat cheese, crumbled (I tried it with crumbled feta and was really good also) 1 cup whipping cream 1/2 teaspoon each salt and white pepper 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 1/3 cup basil, chopped 1/3 cup chives, finely chopped In large stockpot, bring salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente. Remove from heat, drain and keep warm. Blanch as...