Step into Nick’s kitchen for a growing collection of olive oil recipes inspired by the flavours of Italy and beyond.
Every dish here starts with a bottle from our shop, whether that’s a bold, peppery Coratina or a delicate, fruity oil from Tuscany, and shows just how far a good extra virgin olive oil can carry a simple ingredient list. You’ll find ideas for weeknight suppers, weekend feasts, and everything in between, from rustic focaccia and hearty risottos to fresh salads, seafood, and slow-cooked classics.
Not sure which oil suits a particular dish? Our pairing guide will help you match the right olive oil to the right recipe, while our regions page explains how climate, soil, and variety shape each oil’s character. For more stories from the groves and behind the scenes at The Olive Library, visit Nick’s Journal. New recipes are added regularly, so check back often for fresh ways to cook with our favourite extra virgin olive oils.
Courgette Butter Bean Salad Recipe with Tomato Salsa
This courgette butter bean salad recipe is a quick, gut-friendly dish that pairs caramelised…
Why Extra Virgin Olive Oil Belongs in Dessert
Extra virgin olive oil is usually associated with savoury food: tomatoes, grilled vegetables,…
Jacket Potatoes with Egg and Tonnato Sauce
These jacket potatoes with tonnato sauce make for a simple yet stunning dish that celebrates the…
Rose Harissa Chickpeas with Flaked Cod
This rose harissa chickpeas recipe with flaked cod is one of those wonderfully simple dishes where…
Orzo with Prawns, Tomato and Marinated Feta
This vibrant one-pan dish is everything we love about Mediterranean cooking — bright, aromatic, and…
Salmon & Pine Nut Salsa
Looking for a vibrant and flavour-packed salmon recipe that feels both elegant and effortless? This…
Rustic Rosemary & Thyme Focaccia
There is something quietly luxurious about homemade focaccia, especially when it is infused with…
Pea & Broadbean Risotto
Serves 4 as a starter 100g fresh frozen peas 100g broad beans 2 tablespoons of olive oil ½ white…
Beef Tartare with Olive Oil Croutons
There are few dishes more honest than a classic beef tartare. It relies on precision rather…