Carter & Cavero, a Sea Girt, NJ | Monmouth County, NJ-based Gourmet Foods Store, offers unique Mediterranean foods | Mediterranean flavors from Europe, including the best Extra Virgin Olive Oils, Polyphenol Rich Olive Oils, Balsamic Vinegars, and so much more in store and/or via mail order.
OLIVE OILS
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Arbequina Novello extra virgin olive oil from the Estepa region of Andalusia in Southern Spain is light fruity in flavor and well-balanced with both spicy and bitter intensities. Cold extracted from 100% Arbequina olives, its prominent fruitiness is most characterized by green fruits, tomatoes and a hint of almond. It is ideal for fish, homemade mayonnaise, vinaigrettes and drizzled on fresh cheeses. -
Butter Olive Oil 🧈🫒✨
Creamy, smooth, and delightfully rich, Carter & Cavero’s Butter Olive Oil offers the delicious taste of butter—with none of the dairy! Made with premium extra virgin olive oil and infused with natural buttery flavor, this versatile oil is perfect for those seeking a healthier, plant-based alternative to traditional butter without sacrificing taste.🧈🫒✨
Delicious Ways to Enjoy:
🧈 Use for sautéing vegetables, eggs, or seafood.
🧈 Drizzle over popcorn for a buttery snack without the guilt.
🧈 Toss with pasta, rice, or steamed veggies for added richness.
🧈 Bake with it as a butter substitute in muffins, cookies, or cakes.
🧈 Spread on toast or pancakes for a dairy-free morning treat.
🧈 Blend with garlic or herbs for a quick, flavorful finishing oil.All the Butter Flavor, None of the Dairy! Perfect for everyday cooking, baking, and finishing, Carter & Cavero’s Butter Olive Oil brings indulgent flavor and versatility to your kitchen—without the cholesterol or dairy.
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This medium-intensity extra virgin olive oil produced from Picuda olives has notable aromas of apple and banana. Best In Class award winner in 2024 from Japan IOOC. Try pairing with grilled breads and leafy green salads. Production Area: Cordoba, Spain Producer: Almazaras de la Subbetica Intensity: Medium Acidity (%): 0.14 Varietal: Picuda, Hojiblanca Aromas: Tropical Fruit, Almonds, Apples Tasting Notes: Green Herbs, Apple Pairs Best With:- Leafy Green Salads
- Grilled Fish + White Meat
- Breads
- Pasta
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Imagine delicate, round, and savory porcini mushrooms touched with a dash of freshly picked sage. Our Porcini Mushroom and Sage olive oil begins with a soft and delicate porcini flavor that is balanced by just enough fresh sage to give it an earthy and smooth aroma. This olive oil truly captures all the wonderful flavors that come with cooking with mushrooms. Suggested Pairings: -
Its aroma is pronounced and herbaceous with hints of tomato vine, artichoke and olive leaf. Its taste is well-balanced in bitter and spicy notes with pleasant peppery finish. Emerald green in color with a robust flavor. Picual olive is the most stable (i.e. it can stand high temperatures and is therefore apt for frying and cooking), it will keep for a long time (>3-4 years without loosing any of it's properties), is rich in polyphenols, the olive's natural antioxidant, has a low acidity (0.19º). This oil is perfect for complementing complex-flavored foods such as grilled meats, octopus, squash and hearty soups. -
Our Pesto Olive Oil is jam packed with the flavors of fresh basil, parmesan cheese, and a touch of garlic. Carter & Cavero is dedicated to searching out quality products that surprise the senses, that make people say, “Wow” when they smell, taste or see them. We hope our customers will cherish what they find here not only because of their fine taste or beauty, but also because of the incredible skill and artistry that has gone into their creation. *Vegan and allergen free! Suggested Pairings: -
Beautiful in every way, our hand-harvested Frantoio is a culinary gem from the best olive trees in Puglia. Bursting with bright aromas of green almond, green herbs, fresh-cut grass, and green apple – this oil is nothing short of spectacular. Its pleasant and persistent chili and black pepper finish follows the clean herbaceous, floral, grassy flavors. Drizzle over gem lettuce, delicate seafood, and poultry. -
Extremely robust and sky-high polyphenols (724 ppm/kg) summarize this year’s 2024 crush green Coratina’s primary characteristics. It is a highly complex and harmonious extra virgin olive oil full of fruity-sweet aromas, including green almond, artichoke stem, and tomato leaf. You will experience surprisingly bright, balanced bitterness and spicy, fruity flavors upon tasting. The finish has hints of wild chicory, bitter green almond, and black pepper. Drizzle over pizza, soft cheese, hearty soups, grilled steak, or salmon. -
The French-inspired mix of dried herbs consisting of thyme, savory, marjoram, rosemary, and lavender lends a balanced and floral aroma to our Super Premium extra virgin olive oil base. It is delicious in all Provencal and Mediterranean inspired dishes. This infused olive oil exhibits the most intoxicating floral nose with perfectly balanced herbaceous notes. Suggested Pairings: -
This Italian olive cultivar is known for its aromatic notes of olive leaf, green grass, and artichoke, as well as its subtle hints of tomato. Our medium-intensity Peranzana opens with aromas of herbaceous olive leaf, fresh-cut grass, green apple, green banana, and green tomato. It is harmonious and clean, with flavors of bitter artichoke and green almond and a pleasant spicy finish. Crushed in early October from under-ripe fruit, this EVOO is a unique early harvest example of competition-quality Italian perfection for drizzling over fish, pasta, and artisan bread. -
As one of the main daytime pollinators of the world’s food supply, the bee represents a natural indicator of the health of the olive groves. To help bring attention to issues of climate change and the overuse of pesticides in agriculture, both of which threaten the world’s bee population, the producers of Nobleza del Sur chose the bee to represent their early harvest organic DAY extra virgin olive oil. -
A nice balance of astringent and sweet, our cilantro & red onion infused olive oil has a very fresh depth of flavor. Its herbaceous piquant notes translate to a perfect olive oil for Latin, Asian and Middle Eastern dishes. Suggested Pairings:
VINEGARS
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Indulge in the sweet, tangy, and refreshing taste of Apricot White Balsamic Vinegar from Carter & Cavero. This gourmet vinegar blends the luscious flavor of sun-ripened apricots with smooth, aged white balsamic for a bright, fruity, and well-balanced taste. Light and versatile, it’s perfect for adding a touch of natural sweetness to your favorite dishes. 🍑✨Delicious Ways to Enjoy:
🍑 Drizzle over leafy greens, spinach, or grain salads.
🍑 Glaze grilled chicken, fish, or pork for a gourmet touch.
🍑 Stir into sparkling water, cocktails, or iced tea for a fruity twist.
🍑 Enhance yogurt, sorbets, or fresh fruit.
🍑 Mix with olive oil for a flavorful vinaigrette or marinade.A Taste of Summer in Every Drop! Bring a light, fruity elegance to your kitchen with Apricot White Balsamic Vinegar – perfect for both sweet and savory creations!
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Indulge in the bold, rich fusion of Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Vinegar from Carter & Cavero. This exquisite balsamic combines the deep, fruity essence of ripe blackberries with the warm, spicy kick of fresh ginger, creating a perfectly balanced blend of sweetness and zest. Suggested Uses: 🫐 Drizzle over mixed greens, arugula, or spinach salads.
🫐 Glaze grilled meats, poultry, or salmon for a gourmet touch.
🫐 Stir into marinades for a bold, fruity depth of flavor.
🫐 Pair with soft cheeses like goat cheese or brie.
🫐 Elevate desserts—try it over vanilla ice cream or dark chocolate.
🫐 Mix into cocktails or sparkling water for a unique twist.Whether you're creating a refreshing salad, a flavorful marinade, or a sophisticated drizzle for desserts, Carter & Cavero’s Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Vinegar adds a gourmet touch to every dish.
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Experience the luxurious fusion of rich, velvety dark chocolate and aged Italian balsamic vinegar with Carter & Cavero’s Dark Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar. This decadent blend offers the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and deep cocoa notes, making it an irresistible addition to both sweet and savory dishes. 🍫✨ Suggested Uses: 🍫 Drizzle over vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, or yogurt.
🍫 Pair with aged cheeses like gouda, parmesan, or blue cheese.
🍫 Add depth to roasted meats like beef, pork, or game meats.
🍫 Stir into coffee, espresso, or craft cocktails for a gourmet touch.
🍫 Use as a glaze for strawberries, figs, or baked pears.
🍫 Enhance brownies, cheesecakes, or chocolate-based desserts.Whether you’re looking to add a gourmet twist to your favorite dishes or craft decadent desserts, Carter & Cavero’s Dark Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar is a must-have for any food lover.
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Discover the perfect balance of sweet and zesty with Honey Ginger White Balsamic Vinegar from Carter & Cavero. This smooth, golden balsamic blends the natural sweetness of pure honey with the warm, invigorating kick of fresh ginger, creating a rich and complex flavor profile. 🍯✨Delicious Ways to Enjoy:
🍯 Drizzle over roasted vegetables or fresh salads.
🍯 Glaze chicken, shrimp, or salmon for a gourmet twist.
🍯 Mix into dressings, marinades, or stir-fry sauces.
🍯 Add to herbal teas, cocktails, or sparkling water for a refreshing kick.
🍯 Pair with yogurt, oatmeal, or fruit for a naturally sweet touch.A Touch of Sweet Heat in Every Drop! Bring depth, warmth, and a touch of sweetness to your favorite dishes with Honey Ginger White Balsamic Vinegar – a kitchen essential for adventurous food lovers!
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Transport your taste buds to the tropics with Coconut White Balsamic Vinegar from Carter & Cavero! This luscious, sweet yet tangy vinegar blends aged white balsamic with the smooth, creamy essence of fresh coconut. Light, tropical, and incredibly versatile, it’s perfect for adding a touch of island-inspired flavor to both sweet and savory dishes. 🥥✨Delicious Ways to Enjoy:
🥥 Drizzle over fresh fruit, yogurt, or vanilla ice cream for a tropical treat.
🥥 Glaze shrimp, chicken, or fish for a sweet and tangy twist.
🥥 Blend into salad dressings or vinaigrettes for a unique flavor boost.
🥥 Stir into cocktails, mocktails, or sparkling water for a refreshing sip.
🥥 Pair with olive oil for a delicious tropical marinade.
🥥 Use as a drizzle for roasted vegetables or grilled pineapple.A Taste of the Tropics in Every Drop! Whether you're adding a hint of coconut to salads, seafood, or desserts, Carter & Cavero’s Coconut White Balsamic Vinegar brings bright, tropical flavor to every meal.
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Savor the delicate sweetness of Pear Dark Balsamic Vinegar from Carter & Cavero. This exquisite blend combines the rich depth of aged balsamic vinegar with the light, juicy essence of ripe pears, creating a smooth, well-balanced flavor that enhances both sweet and savory dishes. 🍐✨
Suggested Uses:
🍐 Drizzle over mixed greens with goat cheese, walnuts, and cranberries.
🍐 Glaze roasted pork, chicken, or turkey for a gourmet touch.
🍐 Pair with aged cheeses like gouda, brie, or blue cheese.
🍐 Add depth to caramelized onions, roasted root vegetables, or squash.
🍐 Enhance desserts—try it over vanilla ice cream, poached pears, or baked goods.
🍐 Stir into sparkling water, cocktails, or vinaigrettes for a fruity twist.Whether you're crafting a savory masterpiece or a decadent dessert, Carter & Cavero’s Pear Dark Balsamic Vinegar brings a gourmet touch to every dish.
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Bright, tangy, and bursting with tropical sweetness, Pineapple White Balsamic Vinegar from Carter & Cavero is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Made with aged white balsamic vinegar and infused with the juicy essence of ripe pineapples, this refreshing and versatile vinegar adds a delicious tropical twist to any dish. 🍍✨Delicious Ways to Enjoy:
🍍 Drizzle over fresh salads, fruit bowls, or yogurt for a tropical touch.
🍍 Glaze grilled chicken, shrimp, or fish for a sweet and tangy finish.
🍍 Blend into dressings or vinaigrettes for a refreshing citrusy kick.
🍍 Stir into sparkling water, cocktails, or mocktails for a bright flavor twist.
🍍 Pair with olive oil for a tropical-inspired bread dip or marinade.
🍍 Drizzle over roasted veggies or grilled pineapple for a gourmet upgrade.A Taste of the Tropics in Every Drop! Whether you’re looking to add a burst of pineapple flavor to salads, seafood, or cocktails, Carter & Cavero’s Pineapple White Balsamic Vinegar is a must-have for your kitchen.
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Experience the bold, smoky depth of Smoked Balsamic Vinegar from Carter & Cavero. This rich, aged balsamic is carefully infused with natural smoky flavors, creating a savory, complex profile that enhances both meat and vegetable dishes. Perfect for grilling, roasting, and finishing sauces, this gourmet balsamic brings a robust, wood-fired taste to your favorite recipes. Suggested Uses: 🔥 Use as a glaze for grilled steak, pork, or chicken.
🔥 Drizzle over roasted Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, or asparagus.
🔥 Add depth to BBQ sauces, marinades, or braised meats.
🔥 Pair with sharp cheeses like aged cheddar or gouda.
🔥 Elevate burgers, sandwiches, or roasted potatoes with a smoky balsamic drizzle.
🔥 Mix into vinaigrettes for a bold, smoky salad dressing.Whether you're firing up the grill or adding a smoky twist to your favorite dishes, Carter & Cavero’s Smoked Balsamic Vinegar is the ultimate ingredient for deep, wood-fired flavor in every bite.
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Indulge in the rich, bold fusion of Bourbon Maple Balsamic Vinegar from Carter & Cavero. This luxurious blend combines the deep, oaky warmth of bourbon with the natural sweetness of pure maple syrup, all balanced by the tangy richness of aged balsamic vinegar. The result? A smooth, complex, and irresistibly flavorful balsamic perfect for both sweet and savory dishes. 🥃🍁✨ 🥃 Drizzle over roasted Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, or butternut squash.
🥃 Glaze grilled salmon, pork tenderloin, or chicken.
🥃 Elevate breakfast classics—try it on pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal.
🥃 Pair with aged cheeses like gouda, brie, or sharp cheddar.
🥃 Stir into cocktails, bourbon-based drinks, or mocktails for a unique twist.
🥃 Drizzle over vanilla ice cream or pecan pie for a gourmet dessert topping.Whether you're looking to enhance savory dishes, sweet treats, or craft cocktails, Carter & Cavero’s Bourbon Maple Balsamic Vinegar is a must-have for food lovers.
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Bright, tangy, and irresistibly delicious, Cranberry Balsamic Vinegar from Carter & Cavero brings a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors to your kitchen. Made with premium aged balsamic and infused with the bold essence of ripe cranberries, this versatile vinegar is a must-have for fall-inspired dishes, holiday meals, and everyday gourmet creations. 🍂✨ Delicious Ways To Enjoy: 🍂 Drizzle over fresh greens with goat cheese, pecans, and apples.
🍂 Glaze roasted turkey, chicken, or pork for a holiday-worthy dish.
🍂 Add depth to roasted Brussels sprouts, carrots, or sweet potatoes.
🍂 Mix into vinaigrettes, marinades, or cranberry sauces for extra flavor.
🍂 Pair with brie, camembert, or aged cheddar for a sophisticated appetizer.
🍂 Enhance desserts—try it over cheesecake, poached pears, or vanilla ice cream.Whether you're celebrating the holidays or simply looking to add bold, fruity flavor to your meals, Carter & Cavero’s Cranberry Balsamic Vinegar is the perfect ingredient for elevating every bite.
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Bold, aromatic, and full of flavor, Garlic & Cilantro Dark Balsamic Vinegar from Carter & Cavero is a must-have for lovers of rich, savory blends. This premium aged balsamic is infused with the robust essence of garlic and the fresh, zesty notes of cilantro, creating a deliciously complex vinegar that enhances a wide range of dishes. 🧄🌿✨Delicious Ways to Enjoy:
🧄 Use as a marinade for grilled chicken, steak, or seafood.
🌿 Drizzle over roasted vegetables, tacos, or grain bowls.
🧄 Stir into homemade salsas, guacamole, or chimichurri.
🌿 Mix into vinaigrettes for salads with avocado, tomatoes, and black beans.
🧄 Enhance stir-fries, rice dishes, and Mediterranean recipes.
🌿 Pair with olive oil for a robust bread dip.Whether you're cooking up Latin-inspired dishes, grilled meats, or fresh salads, Carter & Cavero’s Garlic & Cilantro Dark Balsamic Vinegar adds depth, aroma, and a bold kick of flavor to every bite.
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Rich, fruity, and perfectly balanced, Blueberry Dark Balsamic Vinegar from Carter & Cavero is a delicious fusion of sweet, ripe blueberries and aged balsamic. This gourmet vinegar adds a deep, tangy-sweet complexity to both sweet and savory dishes, making it a must-have for creative home cooks and food lovers. 🫐✨Delicious Ways to Enjoy:
🫐 Drizzle over fresh greens, goat cheese, walnuts, and berries.
🫐 Glaze grilled meats like pork, duck, or chicken.
🫐 Stir into yogurt, oatmeal, or smoothie bowls for a fruity twist.
🫐 Mix into vinaigrettes or marinades for added depth.
🫐 Enhance desserts—try it over cheesecake, panna cotta, or vanilla ice cream.
🫐 Pair with aged cheeses for a gourmet charcuterie experience.Whether you're creating a fresh summer salad, a rich balsamic reduction, or a vibrant fruit glaze, Carter & Cavero’s Blueberry Dark Balsamic Vinegar brings a burst of fruity elegance to every dish.
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GOURMET FOOD
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This Blackberry Raspberry Jam is bursting with flavor and full of health-boosting antioxidants. Made using rich, plump raspberries and blackberries that hand-picked at the peak of ripeness and simmered to perfection to create this elegant and mouthwatering spread. Suggested Uses:- Serve over waffles, crepes or oven-hot buttermilk biscuits.
- Use as a filling for a tart or spoon over ice cream, frozen yogurt or pound cake.
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Pour – Stir – Bake — Just add beer to make the best bread ever! Our Cinnful Raisin will delight every tastebud. This mix has the perfect cinnamon to raisin ratio that will remind you of your childhood days when you bite into a slice. Homemade cinnamon raisin bread has never been so easy to enjoy. Sit back and indulge; you deserve it! -
Rosemary Garlic Bread Dipping Spices:
Mix this Sicilian Blend Bread Dipper made with premium spices with your favorite olive oil to quickly create a unique, flavorful dipping oil ideal for crusty bread. Suggested Uses:- Add to EVOO for bread dipping!
- Sprinkle on pizza & pasta!
- Delicious over roasted chicken & pork chops!
- Mix into sauces!
- Sprinkle onto roasted potatoes!
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This little jar of sunshine is a delightfully refreshing burst of citrus complements the warm, spicy ginger in this delicious jam. With the antioxidant properties of lemon and the immune boosting power of ginger, this is a healthy taste sensation that is just sweet enough with a little kick. Suggested Uses:- Serve over pancakes and waffles as an alternative to syrup, or top crepes.
- For a tasty treat, scoop spoonfuls of our Meyer Lemon Ginger Jam over your favorite ice cream or frozen yogurt.
- Serve with fresh warm artisan breads and fine cheeses.
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The perfect combination of chopped vegetables, onion and garlic for one of the most traditional Sicilian recipe, very famous and popular in the Western zone of the island. Dive into the flavor ocean with Sicilian couscous, a quick and simple recipe! -
Spaghetti Boscaiola are made with tomato sauce enriched with porcini mushrooms pieces. It is simple but very tasty flavoured recipe.
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Hand-harvested and hand-stuffed plump green olives from Greece's famed Halkidiki Peninsula are the perfect contrast to creamy, light Feta cheese. Ways to Enjoy:- Perfect tossed in a salad
- Paired with roasted peppers and prosciutto
- Add to a Bloody Mary!
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These hand-stuffed and hand-harvested olives come alive when paired with a fruity and smoky Florina red pepper. Ways to Enjoy:- In soups and stews.
- Add to gazpacho
- Martini garnish
- Snack right from the jar!
GIFTS
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Simple, elegant, and full of flavor — the Carter & Cavero 2 Pack Duo Gift Set is the perfect introduction to our award-winning olive oils and balsamic vinegars. Each set includes two 100mL bottles, beautifully packaged and ready to gift, making it ideal for tastings, party favors, or thoughtful gourmet presents.
Choose Your Perfect Pairing:
- 2x 100 mL Olive Oils – Select from our collection of premium Extra Virgin and flavor-infused olive oils for those who love to cook, drizzle, and explore new flavors.
- 2x 100 mL Balsamic Vinegars – A delicious duo of our finest aged balsamics, available in both dark and white varieties — rich, tangy, and endlessly versatile.
- 2x 100 mL Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar – A classic pairing that captures the heart of Mediterranean dining — perfect for dipping, dressing, and everyday cooking.
- 2x 100 mL Flavored Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar – A gourmet combination of one infused olive oil and one artisan balsamic for creative, complementary pairings.
Small Set, Big Flavor! Whether it’s a thank-you gift, a hostess favorite, or a mini tasting adventure, The 2 Pack Duo Gift Set brings the authentic flavors of Carter & Cavero’s premium olive oils and balsamics to every kitchen.
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When you pair our delicious flavored olive oils with our rich & decadent balsamic vinegars , it is a healthy way to bring vibrant & fresh exciting & exotic flavored to your table. This gives you endless combinations and varieties to dress up any meal you are planning, you will never buy store salad dressing again! Let the adventures begin!
