Tag Archives: black olives
Have an aphrodisiac filled Valentine’s Day!
Here at Fragata, we’ve put together a delicious three-course meal, packed full of aphrodisiacs, to help you cook up a storm this Valentine’s Day. The three dishes incorporate a total of seven different aphrodisiacs that will all improve your mood, health, and perhaps make you feel a little more romantic too! It’s well known that asparagus, strawberries and chocolate help to stimulate the senses, however … Read More
Get ready for the Spanish Olive Festival in Caimari
Winter is officially on its way, so while we can look forward to cosy nights in and cooking up spicy hot dishes in the kitchen to keep warm, it also means it’s time for the Spanish Olive Festival in Caimari, which takes place this weekend! Located in the foothills of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range in Mallorca, the village of Caimari has been a … Read More
A treat for your Bonfire Night…
Remember, remember the 5th of November…. Bonfire Night is almost here, so it’s time to start thinking about what you’re going to do to commemorate the foiling of Guy Fawkes’ Gunpowder Plot! On 5th November 1605, after Guy Fawkes’ plans were disrupted, bonfires were set alight to celebrate the safety of King James the First, which was documented as the first ever bonfire night. Whether … Read More
Cook along with Spanish chef, José Pizarro!
Remember our first recipe video where top Spanish chef, José Pizarro, made a gorgeous green bean salad with our delicious olives and capers? Well, José is back in his kitchen at Pizarro restaurant on Bermondsey Street, London with a brand new recipe to share with you all! Using one of our favourite products – black pitted olives, José shows you how to cook sea bream to perfection, before … Read More
Comfort food, Spanish style
It’s hard to believe that this time two weeks ago, we were sat in the garden supping cool drinks and filling up on Summer snacks, basking in the warm sunshine. Now when we get home, all we want to do is curl up on the sofa with a duvet and a good book! With the chilly and rainy weather showing no signs of improvement for … Read More
Feliz Año Nuevo!
Feliz Año Nuevo from everyone here at Fragata! How’s your New Year shaping up so far? We’re only two weeks in to 2012 and ours is already proving to be very exciting. Olive fever certainly struck the UK over Christmas, with thousands of Fragata fans savouring the festive flavour of Spain with their friends and family. We sold a huge number of olives – our … Read More
