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Monica's Fine Foods - Organic Green Tea Purchase

2011-07-23T13:44:10Z

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Monica's Fine Foods - Purchase Organic Green Tea

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Monica's Fine Foods - Organic Green Tea

2011-07-23T13:43:52Z

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Monica's Fine Foods - Organic Green Tea

Tea has been a popular and even cultural drink for centuries. India and China were among the first countries to cultivate and drink tea. It has a long history of use in eastern cultures, including India, China, Japan and Thailand, as a drink and even for medicinal purposes. Even so, it has recently been experiencing a revival in the western world due to numerous studies on its amazing health benefits.

Tea comes in several forms including black tea, white tea and green tea; all varieties of tea come from a single plant, Camellia Sinensis, the only difference is in their processing methods. Green tea is the least processed and our product of choice at Monica’s Fine Foods.

When tea leaves are picked, they oxidize, or wither and die as they dry out, however, green tea leaves are not allowed to oxidize and are quickly dried or oven fired to dehydrate the leaves for storage. This lack of oxidation allows the leaves to retain their many health benefits and high levels of polyphenols, catechins and flavonoids.

Health benefits from drinking green tea include lowering cholesterol, fighting cancer, reducing the effects of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), controlling blood sugar and diabetes, boosting metabolism, fighting fat and more. Learn about other health benefits of green tea.

Buy our NE Hut Organic Green Tea today and to experience these health benefits.

Monica's Fine Foods - Royal Quinoa Purchase

2011-07-23T13:43:30Z

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Monica's Fine Foods - Purchase Organic Royal Quinoa


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Royal Quinoa, often referred to as the “King of All Quinoas,” is famous for its high protein content, and large grain size. Thus quinoa is an essential and wonderful addition in diabetic diets. Quinoa is gluten- free.

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Monica's Fine Foods - Royal Quinoa

2011-07-23T13:42:52Z

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Monica's Fine Foods - Organic Royal Quinoa

Quinoa is a grain-like crop grown high in the Andean region of South America. The Incas held the crop to be sacred, referring to it as the mother of all grains. Actually it is cultivated mainly for its edible seeds that are high in protein. Even though the edible part is the seed, it is cooked like rice. Royal Quinoa, often referred to as the "King of All Quinoas," is famous for its high protein content, and large grain size. Thus quinoa is an essential and wonderful addition in diabetic diets. Quinoa is gluten- free. Royal Quinoa ("Quinua Real" in Spanish) is only native to the "intersalar region" of Bolivia, South America.

This majestic region sits between the Andes and the salt flat known as Salar de Uyuni. This mystical flat boasts a unique combination of sun and 12,000 feet of altitude that supplies this demanding plant with the vitamins and minerals it needs to flourish. The rich mineral soil and arid conditions of this region produce a seed that is 1/3 larger than those produced in other regions of the world. Royal Quinoa, often referred to as the "King of all Quinoas," is famous for its mild buttery taste, high protein content, and large grain size and is very, very nutritious for you.

Did you know that according to Wikipedia, quinoa is being considered a possible crop in NASA's Controlled Ecological Life Support System for long-duration manned spaceflights

Monica's Fine Foods is proud to offer La Yapa branded quinoa. This quinoa is organic and Fair Trade registered. Fair Trade Certification empowers farmers and farm workers to lift themselves out of poverty by investing in their farms and communities, protecting the environment, and developing the business skills necessary to compete in the global marketplace.

Monica's Fine Foods - Exquisite Sauces Purchase

2011-07-23T13:42:29Z

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Monica's Fine Foods - Purchase Exquisite Sauces


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In the United States, a growing interest in hot sauces in general and extremely hot sauces in particular can be dated roughly from the institution of the annual Fiery Foods and Barbecue Show in 1989.

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Monica's Fine Foods - Exquisite Tropical Sauces

2011-07-23T13:41:58Z

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Monica's Fine Foods - Exquisite Sauces

Taste of Paradise is a line of tasty marinating sauces made by CulinaryTwist. They are the creation of two people who enjoy cooking and creating mouth-watering flavors. Use these sauces to marinate your meat or dip your grilled fish into a bowl of the sauce. Choose any two from these varieties and change the meal from ordinary to extraordinary!

Baja
The refreshing taste of Baja Mexico is a perfect compliment to the region’s hot, dry weather. The warm breeze, the scorching sun, the dust-covered hills and the crystalline Pacific ocean pounding on the shores - all these influences temper this taste of Baja. It is a cool embrace on a hot summer’s day.

Culinary Twist’s Baja Marinade & Sauce emphasizes the spice of chipotle and the zest of lime to create a surprisingly refreshing taste with a sure Mexican ‘kick’. These exotic flavors compliment barbequed and grilled meats, chicken and fish.

Bora Bora
Perfection is to be expected from this exotic and romantic French Polynesian island. Sprawling tropical forests merge with sun-soaked beaches and thriving lagoons to create a sense of the unreal. Exotic delights abound both on land and sea in this taste of paradise.

Bora Bora Tamarind & Date Sauce by Culinary Twist manages to bottle all of these tastes and experiences for your culinary pleasure. The sauce emphasizes the sweetness of dates and tamarinds and provides hints of chilies and oranges. This is excellent on beef and pork and is a treasured favorite alternative to barbeque sauce. In addition, it spices up appetizers and is a real hit served on top of cream cheese or brie.

Maya Bay
Welcome to your first taste of Maya Bay, a stunningly gorgeous expanse of aquamarine waters and pristine, silky sand. A true paradise, Maya Bay is located in the heart of Southern Thailand, and carries all the traits of this friendly and peaceful culture. Monica’s Fine Foods is proud to offer a taste of this tropical delight.

Culinary Twist’s Maya Bay Thai Marinade, Sauce & Dip perfectly melds the unique sensations and flavors of Thai culture and atmosphere right in your own kitchen. The sweet yet tart combination of honey, lime, pepper and coriander adds a unique flavor to any meal and works perfectly with chicken, pork, stir-fry, soups and casseroles. Experiment on your own as there are no limits.

Monica's Fine Foods - Balsamic Vinegar Purchase

2011-07-23T13:41:42Z

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Monica's Fine Foods - Purchase Balsamic Vinegar


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Contemporary chefs use both tradizionale and condimento vinegars sparingly in simple dishes where the balsamic vinegar's complex tastes are highlighted, using it to enhance dishes like scallops or shrimp, or on simple pastas and risottos.

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Monica's Fine Foods - Balsamic Vinegar

2011-07-23T13:41:21Z

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Monica's Fine Foods - Balsamic Vinegar

For centuries, the vinegar known as "Balsamic" has been considered a pride possession of the Italian people, rarely leaving the homes where it was made. On rare occasions, it was given as a gift to special recipients including the Holy Roman Emperor Henry III from Duke Boniface of Canossa as early as 1046. In ancient history Aged Balsamic Vinegar was believed to have therapeutic properties. In the Middle Ages balsamic vinegar was served as a cordial and used in cooking. Within the last decade Aged Balsamic Vinegar has enjoyed a revival which now extends beyond the shores of Italy. Our De Nigris Aged Balsamic Vinegar is intense in flavor and aroma.

Balsamic Vinegar begins with the crushing of sun-ripened grapes. This grape juice, called "must", is concentrated through simmering in copper caldrons over wood fires until it is reduced to about 40% of its original weight. This densely concentrated liquid is placed in wooden barrels of oak, cherry, mulberry, chestnut and juniper for aging. As the years go by some of the liquid in the barrel evaporates and some is absorbed into the wood. Each year the balsamic vinegar is transferred into smaller barrels of different woods.

This processing and the master Vinegar maker's hands-on experience give Balsamic Vinegar the delicate flavor of the woods and the sweetness of the sun ripened grapes. In 1889, Armando De Nigris founded the small vinegar Company which was passed to his son, Marcello in 1951. Today, the enlarged and modernized De Nigris factory continues to operate as a family run business producing a full line of vinegars including Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, Flavored Vinegar and Wine Vinegar now brought to you by Monica’s Fine Foods. We are proud to present our special line of Italian vinegars featuring our aged Balsamic Vinegar of Modena.
Our experience as a family company enables us to bring the flavors of the past to the pleasure of new cuisine.

Each quality of balsamic vinegar produced by de Nigris, distributed by Monica’s Fine Foods, is measured according to strict quality control standards developed by the producer and recognized and used by many professional certifiers worldwide. As the popularity of this special vinegar grew, we understood that the consumer needed information about the different qualities of balsamic vinegar of Modena in order to make the correct choice for purchase and use. Consequently, in 1980, de Nigris adopted a classification system that designates a number, referred to as "Stars" for each quality. Beginning with the youngest balsamic, 4 stars, and continuing today to the long aged 25 stars; each bottle is identified with the number prominently shown on the main display panel of the label. The numeric quality level identifies the quantity of concentrated aged "must" inside the finished goods and is measured through chemical and physical analysis in the laboratory. The balsamic vinegars are divided into 6 categories. In ascending order, the quality of the vinegar improves in sweetness, mellowness and flavor. Similarly, the cost is commensurate with the quality and age, and consequently, the consumer, using the star system can determine which quality best fits their personal use. Try it for an exquisite culinary experience.

Monica's Fine Foods - Olive Oil Purchase

2011-07-23T13:41:03Z

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Monica's Fine Foods - Purchase Extra Virgin Olive Oil


Regular Price: $14.95		Regular Price: $25.95

Regular Price: $35.95		Special Price: $149.95

Olive Oil, a staple of the Mediterranean diet, is full of the nutrients, vitamins and minerals found in the olive fruit in addition to being a powerful combatant against ‘bad’ cholesterol, battling heart disease, promoting healthy digestion and much more.

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Monicas' Fine Foods - Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2011-07-23T13:40:39Z

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Monica's Fine Foods - Davoli Extra Virgin Olive Oil

We sell our Davoli™ stone ground cold pressed gourmet olive oil retail by the bottle, by the can and for better value by the case. Our goal is to become your main source for premium quality cold pressed extra virgin olive oil. To accomplish that, we provide you with exceptional service and with the highest quality of gourmet stone ground cold pressed extra virgin olive oil available in the market at competitive prices.

The Davoli™ extra virgin olive oil is made from Carolea olives and is considered raw (not heated) because it is produced at room temperature. Many refer to this type of olive oil as living olive oil. This is due to the fact that all the nutrients present in the olive oil are living and therefore intact. Calabria has a long tradition in the production of premium quality gourmet cold pressed extra virgin olive oil with low acidity and excellent organoleptic properties. The olive groves are usually small in size and are transferred through the generations from father to son. These olive trees are cultivated in a way that is natural and without pesticides. The special climatic conditions of the area such as the sea, the mountains, the sun and the sky that come together in harmony, make this stone ground extra virgin olive oil quite unique. The Davoli™ extra virgin olive oil with its light aroma of fresh raw olives and its smooth full bodied taste gives special flavor to salads, seafood, stakes, pastry and makes every dish taste better.

Davoli™ extra virgin olive oil has not been heated during processing and therefore retains its full nutritional value. We purchase the Davoli™ Italian olive oil directly from farmers that own both the olive groves and have their own olive mill on the ranch. This allows them to process the olives right away and at low temperatures, which results in raw living and unfiltered olive oils with very low acidity and superior quality, taste and aroma. As a result, we stand 100% behind our Davoli™ olive oil and we guarantee it to be absolutely wonderful olive oil in terms of both taste and aroma. As a result, Monica’s Fine Foods gives you a 100% satisfaction money back guarantee on our Italian olive oil.

As you probably know, all olive oils are not created equal. The composition of olive oil, which as all vegetable oils is made up of triglycerides and minor components, greatly depends, among other things, on climatic conditions, soil quality and fruit variety. We want to assure you that Davoli™ extra virgin olive oil is of the highest quality available. Our Italian olive oil is in compliance with all Italian and European laws that govern the production, harvesting, processing and labeling of extra virgin olive oil and meets or exceeds all standards set by Italy, the European Union and the U.S. with respect to olive oil. It is stone ground and cold pressed and contains 100% natural olive juice with no additives or mixtures of lower grade olive oils or less expensive oils, as is often the case with cheaper olive oils available in the marketplace. The acidity of our olive oils is always guaranteed to be between 0-0.8% and in most cases it is in the range of 0.25-0.6%. Our Italian extra virgin cold pressed gourmet olive oil is available as standard completely unfiltered. Davoli™ olive oil retains it’s full nutritional value and is an excellent product. Our cold pressed Italian olive oil is always unfiltered, it can be cloudy although this is not always the case, and you may notice a little sentiment at the bottom of the bottle, which is quite normal for premium quality unfiltered cold pressed extra virgin raw olive oil.

Monica's Fine Foods

2011-07-23T13:40:07Z

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Monica's Fine Foods

Monica’s Fine Foods is an online gourmet food retailer. We are a purveyor of tasty foods. If you enjoy gourmet food, Monica’s Fine Foods is your place to shop. We are constantly on the lookout for fine foods that taste good. We travel the world looking for gourmet products to tease your palate. Eating healthy is not just a choice – it is a lifestyle.

Our flagship product is an exceptional olive oil. Davoli olive oil is a pure first cold press extra virgin olive oil, sourced from Calabria, Italy. Pure olive oil in an honest sense. No grade dilution, no mixing of other oils, no dilution of olives from other sources, 100% grown, processed and packaged in Italy by a small local family in Lamezia Terme.

Davoli first cold press extra virgin olive oil is good for your heart and arteries. When you buy olive oil always insist on first cold press extra virgin olive oil - only first cold press extra virgin olive oil delivers health benefits. Further processing of olive oil diminish benefits to nearly zero. The health benefits of extra virgin olive oil don't just stop at the healthy heart - the monounsaturated fats and the Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids in extra virgin olive oil contribute to a multitude of benefits to your overall health.

In several randomized double-blind taste and values market tests conducted by Monica’s Fine Foods, Davoli extra virgin olive oil ranked better than several other Italian and Californian extra virgin olive oils priced 30% higher. Fruity, with no bitter after taste, more concentrated so you don't have to use as much. Davoli extra virgin olive oil enhances salads, pasta, appetizers and all varieties of dishes. Check out our recipes....