Connoisseur Club Hamper

CONNOISSEUR CLUB HAMPER - DECEMBER 2010

500ML CONNOISSEUR CLUB SPECIAL SELECTION EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

Our oil maker, Steve, pays strict attention to quality and integrity, with the support of Bruce has proven his passion for high quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil. This special blend highlights the gorgeous aromas and complex flavours of the 2010 olive season.

250ML GARLIC EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

The rich flavour of roast garlic is a delicious accompaniment to any Italian style dish or fresh, simple ingredients. Our Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is perfect with freshly chopped continental parsley over barbequed prawns or drizzled over roast potatoes with rosemary and cracked black pepper.

250ML LEMON EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

Our Lemon Extra Virgin Olive Oil is great for dishes that need a zesty lemon base. Try it with fresh herbs on fish or chicken or as a marinade with freshly chopped rosemary on barbequed lamb.

250ML CARAMELISED BALSAMIC VINEGAR

One of our most popular products that can be used to add that special touch to so many meals. Try as a glaze on pan fried chicken or lamb cutlets or over stawberries and ice cream to create a simple dessert. 250ML blackcurrent balsamic vinegar Our Blackcurrent Balsamic Vinegar is perfect with Pukara Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil as a dressing or use as a glaze to prepare quick and tasty dishes, matches beautifully with beef or pork.

ARTICHOKE & GREEN OLIVE TAPENADE

Simply spread our Artichoke & Green Olive Tapenade on crusty bread or brushetta. For a delicious light meal, make a savory tartlet with crumbled blue or feta cheese, top with Artichoke & Green Olive Tapenade and baby watercress and serve.

ROAST MUSHROOM AND OLIVE RELISH

Try Roast Mushroom and Olive Relish on bruschetta, or serve as part of an antipasto platter. For a delicious dish stack a chargrilled tuna steak, spread with Roast Mushroom and Olive Relish on sliced roast potatoes. Top with green beans and a poached egg. Finish with Pukara Estate Lemon Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

MACADAMIA NUT & CHILLI DUKKAH

This tasty dukkah can be used in so many ways; for a delicious entree, dip fresh scollops in beaten egg and coat generously with Macadamia Nut & Chilli Dukkah. Lightly fry and serve with Pukara Estate Lemon Mayonnaise.

MIXED MEDITERRANEAN OLIVES

Mixed Mediterranean olives are delicious with drinks before dinner, as part of an antipasto plate, and perfect for picnics or dinner parties.

WASABI MAYONNAISE

A light style mayonnaise made with Pukara Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil and wasabi. Try it with a pan-seared kingfish fillet or delicious with steamed or poached salmon steaks.

Dukkah or dokka (Dok-ka) is an Egyptian dry mixture of chopped nuts, seeds and Middle Eastern spices and flavours. Traditionally Dukkah is eaten by dipping fresh Egyptian baladi bread first into olive oil and then into the nut mixture. Dukkah is a versatile seasoning and can also be sprinkled onsalads or vegetables. It can also be used as a crust or breading for foods like lamb, shrimp, fish or chicken.

In addition to the suggestions above, use these products in the new recipes developed by our Chefs especially for Connoisseur Club Members, which will accompany this hamper.