Carter & Cavero, a Sea Girt, NJ | Monmouth County, NJ Gourmet Foods Store, offers Mediterranean foods | Mediterranean flavors from Europe, including the best Extra Virgin Olive Oils, as well as Polyphenol Rich Olive Oils in store and/or via mail order on this website.
Olive Oil
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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. -
In Spain, another word for the moth is the ‘nocturnal butterfly,’ as they visit the flowers that open during the nighttime. Their presence in the groves of Nobleza del Sur can provide information about the quality of the olives and the annual harvest. To help bring attention to issues of climate change and the overuse of pesticides in agriculture, both of which threaten the world’s butterfly population, the producers of Nobleza del Sur chose the butterfly to represent their early harvest organic NIGHT extra virgin olive oil. Produced from a selected blend of extra virgin olive oils, from olives harvested on their private family estate, this fruity, sweet and harmonious oil exhibits complex aromas reminiscent of the many different plants coexisting in their olive groves. The oil has many applications, both in the kitchen, where it can be used on salads and in the preparation of sauces, and on the dinner table as a finishing oil on fish and other meats. -
This extra virgin olive oil is cold-extracted from 100% Nocellara del Belice variety olives hand-harvested in Western Sicily. This medium intensity oil has aromas of freshly-picked tomatoes and vegetables with a mildly bitter and spicy finish. It is perfect for salmon carpaccio, pasta with tomato sauce, grilled white meats and fish. -
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 mild-intensity organic extra virgin olive oil produced from Hojiblanca olives has notable aromas of green herbs and mint. Gold award winner in 2024 from NYIOOC. Production Area:Cordoba, Spain Producer: Almazaras de la Subbetica Intensity: Mild Varietal: Hojiblanca Polyphenols: 348 Acidity (%): 0.14 Aromas: Green Herbs, Tomato, Mint, Tropical Fruit, Tomato Vine Tasting Notes: Almonds, Tomato Vine Pairs Best With:- Meat + Fish
- Garden Salads
- Bread Dipping
- Drizzled over bruschetta or caprese!
- Pizza
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A perfect harmony of hot red peppers and Italian garlic! The flavor has the heat that you all have been asking for; an immediate zing of hot pepper that builds and lingers, with a pleasant but not too intense garlic flavor. 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. -
Persian Lime Olive Oil 🍈🫒✨
Zesty, fragrant, and refreshingly bold, Carter & Cavero’s Persian Lime Olive Oil combines the bright citrus essence of Persian limes with the smooth richness of premium extra virgin olive oil. This lively infusion adds a tangy twist and aromatic flair to a wide range of dishes, making it a kitchen essential for citrus lovers. 🍈🫒✨Delicious Ways to Enjoy:
🍈 Drizzle over grilled shrimp, fish tacos, or seared scallops.
🍈 Toss with fresh greens, avocado, or tropical fruits for a refreshing salad.
🍈 Use in marinades for chicken, pork, or tofu with a citrusy kick.
🍈 Mix with white balsamic for a zesty vinaigrette or dipping oil.
🍈 Add a splash to couscous, quinoa, or rice bowls for a burst of flavor.
🍈 Finish roasted vegetables, especially sweet potatoes, with a limey brightness.A Splash of Citrus for Everyday Cooking! From light, tropical dishes to bold marinades and creative dressings, Carter & Cavero’s Persian Lime Olive Oil adds a fresh, flavorful edge to your favorite recipes.
🛒 Order now and infuse your kitchen with the bold zest of Persian lime! 🍈✨
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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: -
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. -
Created using the juice extracted on the very first day of harvest just as the olives hit perfect ripeness this limited-edition emerald green Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Picualia is unrivalled in its purity.Production Area: Jaen, Spain Producer:Picualia Intensity: Robust Varietal: Picual Aromas: Tomato, Green Banana, Artichoke, Olives Tasting Notes: Tomato, Artichoke, Tomato, Fresh mown-grass, olives Pairs Best With:- Leafy Green Salads
- Garden Salads
- Bread Dipping
- Drizzled over bruschetta or caprese!
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This range contains the earliest, fruitiest olive oils, made from the green olives of October. This oil is rich in natural polyphenols and antioxidants, whose health-giving properties come through in the oil’s aroma and strength. These special qualities make these oils unique, in addition to being the perfect ally of healthy eating. Production Area: Jaen, Spain Producer:Picualia Intensity: Robust Varietal: Picual Aromas: Tomato, Green Banana, Artichoke, Olives Tasting Notes: Tomato, Artichoke, Tomato, Fresh mown-grass, olives Pairs Best With:- Leafy Green Salads
- Garden Salads
- Bread Dipping
- Drizzled over bruschetta or caprese!
