Lake Garda Oil, 5 Tips to Use It at Its Best

How to enhance one of the most prized products of the territory

Extra virgin olive oil from Lake Garda is one of the most loved and recognized gastronomic excellences, thanks to its delicate, fruity and slightly spicy profile. It is not just a condiment: it is an ingredient capable of transforming every dish into a sensory experience.

Those who have tasted it know: that balance between freshness and elegance is not easily found elsewhere. But… are you using it to the fullest?
Here are 5 simple but fundamental tips to fully enjoy the taste of Garda oil, just like we do at FeelGarda.

1. Use it raw to enhance the flavours

Garda oil is perfect raw , where it can express its light notes of almond, cut grass and artichoke to the fullest. A drizzle of oil on bruschetta, buffalo mozzarella or a lake salad really makes the difference.
With FeelGarda products you can pair it with artisanal bread , fresh cheeses or vegetables in oil for a simple and refined appetizer.

2. Try it on lake fish

One of the best-kept secrets of Garda cuisine is the combination of EVO oil and local fish : whitefish, perch or salmon trout.
A drizzle of raw Garda oil on a lightly seared fillet, perhaps accompanied by a glass of Lugana , is pure gastronomic poetry.
In the FeelGarda boxes you will find jars of fish fillets preserved in EVO oil , ideal for a quick but surprising tasting.

3. Don't overcook it (or better yet, avoid overcooking it)

Garda oil does not like high temperatures: cooking it means losing a good part of its aromatic and nutritional properties.
Use it at the end of cooking, as a finishing touch on risottos, soups or white meats. Even on a pasta with light pesto it can give a unique aroma.

4. Experiment with dessert too

Few dare, but those who do it never go back: Garda oil is extraordinary even in desserts . A slice of citrus cake or a dark chocolate mousse can be enhanced by a few drops of fruity oil.
Want an original idea? Try it with a slice of sbrisolona cake or a piece of dark chocolate , accompanied by a delicate honey from Garda.

5. Store it the right way

A quality oil deserves respect: keep it away from light, heat and air , preferably in dark and well-closed bottles.
If you choose our FeelGarda oils, you always receive sealed bottles and advice on how to best preserve them.
And remember: it is best to consume it within a year to fully enjoy its aromatic profile.