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Manna from Heaven

Anyone passionate about delicious food that has a reliable seal of approval based on great taste should look no further than Terra Rossa, which has just scooped another six Great Taste Awards from the Guild of Fine Food for 2012-2013.

Terra Rossa is by no means new to the Great Taste and International Awards, having received numerous accolades over the past 7 years and this year is no exception.

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Baba's Rashi & Dibis is a delicious sweet new spread from Terra Rossa, combining Tahini, Date Molasses and Spices - a secret recipe mix of Hanan Samara's father - and a slightly naughty indulgence! Hanan explains: "My Dad was a diabetic and should have avoided sugary treats like this, but he adored Rashi & Dibis and would eat it at 5 o'clock in the morning while the family was sleeping so as not to worry Mama."

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Connoisseurs who celebrated the launch of Terra Rossa's fabulous fresh and fiery Zhoug at the 2011 Speciality & Fine Food Fair, will be delighted to learn that the recipe has been improved giving this delicious condiment a shelf life of at least six months - instead of six weeks.

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We are proud to announce that Hanan Samara, founder of Terra Rossa, had the pleasure of showing and cooking with Sophie Grigson, one of the best-selling cookery writers and celebrity TV chef, all around the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

The adventures spans 8 half-hour episodes that will be premiered in the UK on The Travel Channel on SKY 251 on Tuesdays from 28th August at 19.30, for Europe and Middle East it premiers on Monday 13th August at 20:00 (CEST), and for Europe and Middle East HD on Monday 13th August at 19:30 (CEST).

This is a journey of discovery of a lovely country forming part of the Levant - the green crescent of the Middle East. Jordan is a Kingdom steeped in history and its rich heritage embraces you as you find remnants of ancient civilizations all around you. This culture-rich Middle Eastern country boasts locally grown fresh produce and warm hospitality that combine to make it a 'foodie' traveller's heaven.

A snapshot of one of the episodes can be seen on the website of the talented filming team, Rampage Studio, at http://www.rampagestudio.co.uk/home.html.

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Retailers looking for exciting new impulse gift purchases to make an interesting change from traditional wines and chocolates should look no further than the latest new launch from Terra Rossa - a mini gift box containing three of its finest Great Taste Award-Winning Olive Oils: Sinolea, Lemon and Chilli infused olive oils.

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FOODIES FEST 2012 - BRIGHTON AND HOVE from Eighth Tower Productions on Vimeo.

Terra Rossa were at the Foodies Festival in sunny Brighton at the end of May. Check the See us at page for exhibitions and events that we will be attending. We'd love to see you there!

With Easter on the horizon, why not bring the healthy taste of the holy land into your home with some of the finest extra virgin olive oils in the world - brought all the way from the red soils of Jordan by Terra Rossa.

Whilst Christians across the world will be celebrating the rise of Jesus Christ on Sunday 8th April, few will realise that many of the olive groves from which Terra Rossa's oils are reaped were actually around to bear witness to the historic event. What better gift could you give to loved ones to celebrate Easter than a beautifully presented gift pack of the very finest Sinolea olive oil - either natural and bursting with fresh olive flavours, or infused with herbs such as mint, basil, chilli or lemon.

Those who gave up chocolate for Lent might prefer to continue their new healthy lifestyle beyond the traditional 40 days - so rather than chocolates - present them with delicious infused extra virgin olive oils, which are tantalising to the taste buds soaked into fresh crusty bread; and can help to protect their health too!

Of course if sweetness is a must - and kids do love to have an Easter Sunday Egg Hunt - why not introduce them to some traditional sweets from the holy land too including mouth-watering sugared coated almonds and assorted nougats bursting with pistachios.

For something extra special this Easter check out our website - and don't forget, delivery is completely free until Tuesday 10th April!

Don't forget that Mother's Day is fast approaching (18th March) - so make sure you show her how special she is by giving her a delicious gift that will keep her healthy too. Did you know that a couple of spoons of top quality extra virgin olive oil can lower cholesterol in just a week?

With the Easter holidays also on the horizon, now is a great time to stock up on essentials to add a bit of spice to the occasion. Herby Zaatar adds a delicious thyme taste to that Easter Sunday Roast and a generous sprinkle of Zesty Sumac will add a delicious lemony taste to transform casseroles and stews into a gastronomic delight.

As for the "Kids Easter Sunday Egg Hunt" why not add something new like the Jordanian sweets "Manna from Heaven" and tell them the story behind it, (details here on the website) along with the amazing "Sugar Coated Almonds" or "Assorted Nougat with Pistachios".

Zaatar Sauce and Dukka Harrisa are all staples of the food cupboard as they are so versatile they can be enjoyed for any occasion and also make a quick fulfilling meal in minutes. If friends pop in unexpectedly each of the herb mixes or sauces make a great dip with crusty bread, or add to pasta, jacket potatoes or as a pizza topping for an instant tasty treat.

Whilst many of us are starting the New Year with resolutions to improve our well-being - whether by cutting down on fatty foods and alcohol, or giving up smoking - few realise that simply introducing Olive oil into their daily diet can have the most amazing health benefits of all.

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We are pleased to announce that 4 of our products have won Great Taste Awards!.

The Basil and Lemon Infused oils, along with the Nougat with Pistachio each scooped one star, while the Terroirs de Marrakech won 2 stars!

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Made from all freshly cut ingredients such as coriander, chillies, garlic, Terra Rossa herb mixes and its Jordanian first cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, this condiment is traditionally enjoyed by mixing a little Zhoug with olive oil and eaten with fresh bread as an aperitif.

Zhoug is a delicious fiery hot relish originally from the Arabian Peninsula and Yemenites in particular believe in its health benefits and eat it daily to keep illness away and enhance their well being.

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Using our award-winning Extra Virgin Olive Oil with the very best of fresh Jordanian Mint leaves to produce a gentle yet distinctly sweet flavourful oil that enhances the taste of any salad or dish that you use it with. Use it as a starter by dunking with freshly baked bread, as a marinade for fish or chicken, drizzled over salads, steamed vegetables, grilled Halloumi or barbequed fillets, couscous, pasta and mashed potatoes, or for making your own delicious bread.

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We are proud to support Hilu Gifts and their range of hand-made, hand-painted Palestinian pottery from the Holy Land - Jerusalem.

We aim to inspire you with this unique collection, which might sit beautifully in your home, or given as a gift for a loved one.

They are all dishwasher proof and microwave safe.

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Atlas Olive Oil mentioned in France Magazine, the best of culture, travel & art de vivre

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Terra Rossa will be hosting a three-course Arabian food night at The Dispensary Pub in London. Why not join us on the 22nd February and sample for yourself the delightful and mouth-watering tastes of Arabia.

For further information please visit the Slow Food London website.

The selection box contains the First cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, Chilli infused olive oil, Basil infused olive oil, the recently launched Garlic infused olive oil, Lemon infused olive oil, and last but not least, its top of the range Un-filtered and Cold-drip extracted Sinolea extra virgin olive oil.

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Terra Rossa are pleased to announce that they have won another four awards for their exquisite Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

The Chilli, Lemon and Basil infused oils both attained a one star award while the Terroir de Marrakech won a two star award.

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Terra Rossa were recently interviewed by BBC Arabic at The Taste of London.

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We are pleased to announce that Garlic Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil has been added to our award winning range of Olive Oils.

Made from our premium quality first cold pressed extra virgin olive oil, infused with fresh garlic that is stone crushed along with the olives. The resulst is a superb tasting olive oil that is quite versatile and can be used on fish, in salads, as a dipping oil, over grilled fillets, with mashed potatoes, over grilled bread, over pasta and in many other ways. Like all our infused oils, the flavour is subtle and doesn't overpower the senses.

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Terra Rossa, known for its Great Taste Award Winning Arabian Specialities, is pleased to announce the launch of a 1L Doypack Pouch filled with its 1st Cold Press Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Jordan that is high in polyphenol content and vitamins and pleasantly low in acidity.

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Terra Rossa have teamed up with Acetaia DODI to bring you the best Italian balsamic vinegar to complement our exquisite olive oils.

Ideal as seasoning for salads, raw vegetable dips, boiled meats and sauces. Delicate with fish and meat dishes. A few drops of Riserva di Famiglia add taste to a flake of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. It gives a unique added taste to fruit salads, gelato, creams and eggnogs. Come bed-time, it makes an excellent nightcap, alone or in company.

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We are proud to announce that Les Terroirs de Marrakech has won a Gold 2 Star Great Taste Award.

This invaluable oil, with a limited production of 25,000 liters, comes from a manual selection of the best Picholine du Languedoc olives; it's well balanced, almost a sweet early harvest oil with a fresh herbal taste. It features mild fruit, green apple and artichoke notes, and a distinct peppery finish. Les Terroirs de Marrkech Aqallal - selection is an exclusive product with a genuine taste retracing the story of its terroir to the nose and palate.

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Made from the best available fresh Tomatoes, Chilli and Shallots, the first cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil and their Dukka Coriander mix, Dukka Harissa is traditionally eaten by mixing it with olive oil and eaten with fresh bread as an aperitif. It also forms one of the basic ingredients in many North African and Middle Eastern cuisine to flavour soups and stews and is commonly eaten as a condiment to fluffy couscous or rice.

Not only is it delicious to dip with using bread or Nachos, Dukka Harissa is a truly versatile salsa that can add rich spicy hot flavour to any dish. Try tossing it into pasta, as a relish for grilled vegetables, jacket potatoes or barbequed meat, fried chicken or fish, as a filling for tortillas, burgers, pitta bread with falafel, and as a topping mixed with cheese for pizzas and paninis. It is extremely easy to cook with and adds that definite lift to any meal - simply fry some meat, fish or chicken with onion and garlic, and stir in a tablespoon of Harissa and enjoy!

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"Winning this award is a fantastic boost for Zaytoun; we were really moved by the comments readers had posted on The Times site expressing both compassion for the situation of the Palestinian farmers and enjoyment of their delicious olive oil. It is this support which has enabled Zaytoun to come into fruition and the award has energised us all to work harder in supporting marginalised farmers and introducing more wonderful Palestinian products to the market."

"Thank you to everyone who voted for Zaytoun, your support is greatly appreciated. Information on the other wonderful business who were part of the ethical business awares can be found on the Triodos web site www.triodos.co.uk"

Heather, Zaytoun

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Atlas Olive Oils has been awarded the -Grand Mention Diploma- by the XVIII International Award LEONE DORO DEI MASTRI OLEARI in Italy. Our oil was in competition with the best and most balanced italian, spanish and greek olive oils.

This Competition is organized yearly by a Corporation of Italian olive oil Masters. Winning such an Award in Italy, the country where olive oil is at its best, is a real satisfaction for Atlas Olive Oils.

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In addition to our award-winning Zaatar and Dukka herb mixes we are proud to announe the launch of our new dipping herb: Zesty Sumac.

Sumac comes from berries that are first harvested, dried and then crushed and features heavily in Arabic cuisine and is often substituted for lemon or vinegar due its zesty and tangy flavour.

Sumac is delicious sprinkled over salads and dips such as houmous and Greek yoghurt, as a rub for meat, poultry and fish. It is traditionally eaten with kebabs and is one of the important ingredients in Terra Rossa's Herby Zaatar and Spicy Dukka. It can also be added to dressings, marinades and sauces for pasta, fish, chicken, lamb, soups, rice dishes and casseroles.

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We are thrilled to inform you that Terra Rossa has won four more Gold Great Taste Awards for our Lemon Infused Oil, Zaatar Bites, Menna from Heaven and Glacé Fruits!

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Terra Rossa Launches Zaatar Sauce!

We are pleased to announce that a new product has been added to our exquisite range - Zaatar Sauce. Made from our award-winning extra virgin olive oil, zaatar and pine nuts, the sauce is delicious drizzled over pasta, salad, houmous, yoghurt, mixed with cheese to make pizza and paninis, as a dressing or marinade over fish, chicken and lamb.

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We would just like to inform you that we attended the International Olive Products and Technology Exhibition in Jordan on the 22nd - 24th March 2008 (IOTEX). Participants from various countries were present Italian, Spanish, Turkish, Tunisian, Libyan, Lebanese, Syrian, Palestinian and of course Jordanian. An olive oil contest was done for the Arab olive oil producers and Terra Rossa EVOO received the first place award. Certified panel tasters were the judges headed by Dr. Paula Fioravanti which is a leading taster at the IOOC (International Olive Oil Council). We are very proud of our Terra Rossa olive oil.

Each year, almost 4,500 foods are blind-tasted by the Guild of Fine Food of Retailers team of experts. Since May 2007 there has been nearly two weeks of tasting by over 400 independent judges and up to three separate teams of experts, resulting in 530 Great Taste Awards given out for excellence in taste, texture and flavour.

And we are absolutely thrilled to inform you that our products, as per usual, are amongst the winners of these prestigious awards, and they are: the Evoo extra virgin olive oil, the Lemon Infused extra virgin olive oil and the newly launched Zaatar Oat and Cheese Bites.

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We're excited to introduce the latest addition to our line of award-winning speciality food gifts - Jordanian Hampers.

These two hampers are based on either our classic oils - Sinolea & Evoo or our three infused oils - Lemon, Basic & Chilli. In addition, the hampers are filled with other Jordanian delicacies including Zaatar Thyme mix, Sugared Almonds, Sugared Fruits, Zaatar Oat Biscuits and 2 matching terra-cotta dipping pots.

Perfect as a healthy, alternative Easter Treat and a terrific gift for food lovers!

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Terra Rossa, producers of the award-winning Zait & Zaatar (Arabic for olive oil and thyme) has kept up it's tradition of winning tasty awards by once again scooping a Gold Great Taste Award from the Guild of Fine Food Retailers for it's Sinolea cold-drip, unfiltered and stone crushed extra virgin olive oil. It also received a Silver award for their Lemon infused oil and three Bronze awards for their cold-pressed Evoo as well as their Chilli and Basil infused oils.

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Made from our Evoo extra virgin oilve oil, they are now on sale at £5.50 for a 250ml bottle. The oils are great for dipping and drizzling, and when combined with Zaatar, are also ideal for baking bread, pizzas, paninis, etc...

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Terra Rossa is proud to inform you that it's Sinolea cold dripped extra virgin olive oil and its thyme dip Zaatar has won the iTQi Superior Taste Award!

The International Taste & Quality Institute - iTQi - is an independent organization dedicated to judging and rewarding superior-tasting food and beverages with juries composed of top European Chefs, beverages experts and sommeliers.

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We are pleased to announce that our Sinolea extra virgin olive oil along with our Zaatar have been awarded the Silver and Gold Great Taste Awards respectively and Sinolea Dipping kit has been awarded the iTQi Internationional Taste Award.

The Great Taste Awards are the oscars of the food industry.

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