Earlier this week, we reported on Anthony Bourdain’s presentation at the Moore last Saturday, which included his regular railing of Rachael Ray. The mistress of 30 Minute Meals seems a bit impatient, which is why she’s shortened the three-second "extra virgin olive oil" down to EVOO. Mmm…EVOO…TIGS (That Is Good STUFF).

Today, you have a chance to find out sample some high-class EVOO. The fine folks at DeLaurenti Specialty Food & Wine, who recently brought you samples galore at the fourth annual Seattle Cheese Festival, are teaming with Ritrovo to offer you a taste of Trampetti XV olive oil. (High class indeed; the oil retails for about $60 per 750 ml, which makes gas prices seem downright reasonable!) The Trampetti farm, located in Umbria, has been in business for about one hundred years. Their XV is a limited production oil made from olives that the family harvests only in the first 20 days of October, yielding a bold, fruit flavor with a peppery finish—and it’s also higher in polyphenol antioxidants. Mmm…polyphenol antioxidants…TIGS again.

In this time of rising food costs, we believe more than ever in dishes made with just a few, high quality ingredients. Items like olive oil can go a long way, and this is a great opportunity to take a taste of something special and learn how to make your meals even better.

Friday, 6/13, 3-5 p.m. // DeLaurenti Specialty Food & Wine, 1435 First Avenue // free (more if you buy olive oil)