Winter brings a fresh perspective to greens, and fava leaves are one of the season’s quiet treasures. Delicate yet vibrant, they bring a subtle nuttiness and soft texture that pairs beautifully with bright citrus, toasted almonds, and a drizzle of Singer estate olive oil.
Winter brings a fresh perspective to greens, and fava leaves are one of the season’s quiet treasures. Delicate yet vibrant, they bring a subtle nuttiness and soft texture that pairs beautifully with bright citrus, toasted almonds, and a drizzle of Singer estate olive oil.
This isn’t a recipe—it’s an approach to crafting flavor. So, more like a guide, if you will. Much like our winemaking, this process layers complexity to create something truly special.
I’m no scholar of French literature, but I think it’s fair to say that my ineluctable connection to olive oil has roots that parallel Proust’s madeleine remembrance and its arc of sensory awakening.
Contadino: a person who works on, and lives off, the land and the fruits of its production.
PHOTO CREDITS:Braden Tavelli
PHOTO CREDITS:Braden Tavelli
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