Fall Is Finishing Oil’s Time to Shine

There’s just something about fall that makes us crave those cozy, comforting flavors...the kind that wrap you up like your favorite sweater. Think roasted squash, creamy soups, and warm, crusty bread (bonus points if it’s sourdough!).

And this, my friends, is finishing oil season. With just one drizzle, you can turn a simple, heartwarming meal into something that tastes straight out of a restaurant kitchen minus the reservation and the fuss.

Drizzle Arbequina Over Roasted Squash

Roasted butternut squash is already delicious, but when you finish it with a drizzle of Arbequina olive oil, the flavors pop. The oil’s buttery, slightly fruity notes complement the caramelized sweetness of the squash, creating a perfect harmony of textures and flavors.

Try this at home: Roast cubes of squash with Arbequina olive oil. Once golden and tender, drizzle Arbequina over the top before serving. Simple, but unforgettable.

Herb Oil on Creamy Soups

Picture this: a steaming bowl of pumpkin or potato soup. Now imagine a swirl of herb-infused olive oil glistening on top. That drizzle doesn’t just look beautiful...it also delivers a punch of freshness and depth with every spoonful.

Popular pairings:

• Tuscan Herb olive oil over tomato basil soup.
  
  
• Rosemary-infused oil over creamy potato-leek soup.
  
  
• Garlic oil over velvety pumpkin bisque.
  
  

It’s like adding a final brushstroke to a painting.

Tuscan Herb Over Fresh Bread

There’s nothing cozier than warm bread on a crisp fall evening. Take it up a notch with a finishing oil dip. Pour Tuscan Herb olive oil into a shallow dish, sprinkle in sea salt or fresh herbs, and dip away. The herbaceous, savory notes pair beautifully with fresh bread, making even the simplest snack feel like an indulgence.

Why a Drizzle Feels Like Instant Restaurant-Quality

Here’s the magic: finishing oils add flavor, aroma, and texture all at once. That’s why chefs rely on them to make dishes pop. At home, the same trick works just as well. With a single drizzle, you go from “delicious dinner” to “wow, this feels gourmet.”

Your Fall Flavor Inspiration

Keep it simple: cook with one oil, finish with another. The result is cozy, flavor-forward meals that bring out the best of the season.

👉 Want more pairings like these? Download our Cooking with Fall Flavor guide for easy inspiration.