Getting to Know: Olives
All olives are harvested from October to January, whatever the variety. The time of their harvest determines their color and flavor.
All olives are harvested from October to January, whatever the variety. The time of their harvest determines their color and flavor. A highly bitter, naturally occurring chemical renders olives inedible straight from the tree, so curing is necessary. Some olives are cured with salt, others with salt and water (brine), some with oil or even lye. These days, the olive options at the store are bewildering. We’ll help you sort them out.