The Olive Press
May 2017
Store Hours
Monday - Thursday 10:00-5:30
Friday & Saturday
10:00-5:00


627 St. Joseph Street
Rapid City, SD 57701

(605) 721-6555 
80 Acres
Made in California

Our luxurious foaming washes feature aloe and glycerin for superior moisturizing and gentle cleansing as well as olive leaf extract and other antioxidant-rich botanicals that leave skin soft and supple.

  
 80 Acres  beautifully scented and luxurious foaming wash draws upon the bounty of nature and a wide array of healing herbs and powerful plant extracts to moisturize and gently cleanse the skin. Scented with the essential oils of lavender, ylang ylang, lemon and lime; Lightly floral with hints of citrus and wood,  Lavender evokes our colorful hillsides in full bloom.

SCENTED EXCLUSIVELY WITH ESSENTIAL OILS.
PARABEN, PHTHALATE, SULFATE AND BPA FREE.
NEVER TESTED ON ANIMALS.

Pairing of the Month:

 

Herb and Berry



Himalayan Pink Sea Salt



 This gourmet salt is pure, hand-mined deep inside the pristine Himalayan mountains. The high mineral content of the Himalayan salt crystals range in color from sheer white to varying shades of pink to deep reds. Our Himalayan salts are mined from dark pink crystals, the finest quality Himalayan Salt available. The dark crystals have the most minerals and nutrients.

Wine of the Month


LaPlaya Sauvignon Blanc 2015

Crisp, lively, rich, and full.  Yellow color. Aromas of pink grapefruit, grass, cascade hops, and lemon skin with a soft, tangy, bone-dry medium body and a seamless, intricate, medium-long lemon zest, pink grapefruit, tangerine, and green apple finish with no tannins and no oak. Crisp and lively while at the same time maintains a lush amount, a sweet yet crisp citrus flavor, all with a light exotic note of floral hops. Pair with bright, refreshing salads like

Blueberry, Feta and Honeyed Walnut Salad

Gift Cards are a great option that allows your gift recipient to visit our store and make his or her own selections! Vita Sana Gift Cards can be redeemed in store 
or online.

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We accept Downtown Rapid City
Gift Cards!
Pick up a bottle today!!



Customer response has been amazing to our quality, hand selected wines sourced from the same regions we source our Extra Virgin Olive Oils! We are now your one stop to pick up the ingredients for your next gourmet meal and a quality wine to compliment it. 

Blossoms of Flavor

"The Passionate Olive" Book Signing
Author - Carol Firenze
Monday May 8th 11:00-12:30
Vita Sana Olive Oil

Carol Firenze
  
          Carol Firenze loves olive oil!  Ask her family, friends and fans and they will say she is the best advertisement for her popular and cleverly written book, The Passionate Olive - 101 Things to do with Olive Oil, which is packed with history and how-to information about olive oil.  With enthusiasm and vivaciousness about this liquid gold, her desire is to educate others about the history, health benefits and beauty of olive oil.  That desire now extends to children in her latest charming coloring book, Cattivo Olivo & the Tree of Liquid Gold.
          Carol earned her Olive Oil Sommelier Certificate from IRVEA ((Research Institute for Excellence in Food) in Tuscany and her Olive Oil Consultant Certificate from the Italian Culinary Institute in New York. She is a former board member of the California Olive Oil Council and a frequent contributor to the Olive Oil Source and national magazines. She holds a Doctorate in Education from the University of San Francisco. 
          A popular speaker, she lectures worldwide and hosts seasonal Olive Harvest Adventures in Tuscany, Umbria and California.
Blueberry, Halloumi, and Honeyed Walnut Salad
Add grilled chicken or fish for a light, fresh lunch

Ingredients (Sold at Vita Sana)

 

For Honeyed Walnuts:
For Salad:
  • 8 C. fresh spinach and arugula
  • 1 C. blueberries
  • 1/2 C. Halloumi cheese, crumbled
  • Thinly sliced red onion
For the Blueberry Herb Vinaigrette:
Directions
To make the Blueberry Herb Vinaigrette:
Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and dijon mustard, and set aside
To make the Honeyed Walnuts:
Preheat oven to 400.  Combine olive oil and honey in a bowl.  Add walnuts, and stir to combine.  Place on baking sheet and spread out in a single layer.  Place in oven for about 10 minutes; stir halfway through cooking.  Remove from oven and sprinkle with sea salt. Spread onto parchment paper that has been sprayed with cooking spray and set aside to cool.
To assemble the salad:
Either in a large bowl or on individual serving plates arrange arugula and spinach.  Add blueberries, Halloumi cheese, and sliced red onion.  Drizzle with vinaigrette (toss if in a large bowl), and scatter walnuts over the top.  Serve immediately.

Frozen Sauvignon Blueberry Lemonade

Ingredients (Sold at Vita Sana)
  • 2 cups fresh lemonade
  • 2 cups berry juice (blueberry or pomegranate)
  • 1 cup LaPlaya Sauvignon Blanc
  • 1 cup ice
  • 1/2 cup mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
     
Directions
Add all ingredients to a blender. Puree until ice is crushed and mixture is smooth. Pour into glasses, garnish with mint and blueberries. Serve immediately.
100% Pure Raw Prairie Honey
Multi Floral Wildflower
Raw honey has anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It promotes body and digestive health, is a powerful antioxidant, strengthens the immune system, fights allergies, and is an excellent remedy for skin wounds and all types of infections. Pine Ridge Apiaries honey is certified naturally grown, without pesticides, preservatives or GMO's. NOT SUITABLE FOR INFANTS UNDER 1 YEAR.
 Produced in Chadron, NB

Spinach Basil Garlic Lasagna
A Spinach Basil Garlic variation of the classic Lasagna noodle, will give an even healthier taste and feel to your favorite lasagna recipes. Will perform famously in vegetarian lasagnas, and add depth of character to traditional meat-based preparations.
** Make sure you stop in and check out all of our delicious pasta!**
Herbs De Provence
Thyme, Basil, Fennel, Savory, Rosemary & Lavender. A traditional blend of herbs and spices chosen to enhance soups, stews, vegetables and sauces. The touch of lavender adds a piquant flavor that is distinct.

*Stop in and see our full line of "Healthy Life" Spices
Pita Cypress Halloumi


This cheese is unlike other cheeses because it can be fried, grilled broiled and baked without losing its texture and shape. THis cheese can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch,  dinner, or even dessert! This cheese pairs well with wines like Sauvignon Blanc, Fruity Chenin Blanc, and Pinot Grigio.







**Make sure you stop in and check out all of our amazing cheeses!**
Check it out!
10% Off
Select cheeses that are being sampled!! 

Last Chance EVOO and Balsamic Vinegar now offered at discounted refill bottle prices.

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