We’re starting our ‘people behind the brand’ series by finding out more about Olive Branch Co-Founder, Maria.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FOOD FROM YOUR CHILDHOOD?
Spanakopita – spinach & feta pie, my mum makes her own filo and its divine. I always bring back a big container of spanakopita when I visit my parents!
WHAT DO YOU DO IN YOUR SPARE TIME?
Reading food magazines, watching cooking programmes, going to the gym.
WHAT’S THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU’VE EVER BEEN GIVEN?
Keep going and never give up.
WHICH IS YOUR FAVOURITE OLIVE BRANCH PRODUCT AND HOW DO YOU USE IT?
Sweet olive, fig & almond relish with goats cheese.
WHAT IS YOUR TOP COOKING TIP?
Slow cooking so you can retain the flavour and the goodness of the ingredients. Finish your meal with a drizzle of evoo (extra virgin olive oil) to enhance the flavour.