DEBITTERING OLIVES is a messy process. In their natural state the fruit of the olive tree are loaded with compounds called phenols that make them unpalatable to people. If an olive is destined to be ...

But, what exactly is olive brine? Well, it's essentially a mix of water, salt, and vinegar, blended, of course, with the natural olive juice that leaches out of the fruits while they steep. Depending ...

When you order a Martini, there are two important choices: gin or vodka, and olives or a twist. Then, there’s the option to make a Martini dirty. Never underestimate the role that brine plays in a ...