The Quail and Olive

The Quail and Olive We are the California olive oil experience offering tastings, pairings, recipes & the best of the Carmel Valley lifestyle!

Located in the Village of Carmel Valley, CA our tasting room features regional Californian olive oils, balsamics and organic fruit vinegars. Create picnic baskets and gifts from local and unique gourmet items, pastas, sauces, tapenades and confections, as well as olive and shea based skin care, cookbooks and home and garden decor pieces and serving ware. "Eat right, be healthy, live well, enjoy life"

08/07/2026

What a fantastic time at ! 🫒✨
Pictured is Cathy, our amazing Shipping Manager and a true connoisseur of olive oil tasting! We LOVE getting out into the community and sharing some of the very best California has to offer, from exceptional EVOOs to delicious artisanal vinegars.
It’s truly our pleasure to serve YOU, whether you visit us in Carmel Valley Village, shop online at quailandolive.com, or invite The Quail & Olive to your next event!
Come taste what’s waiting beyond the fog… where it’s always sunny in Carmel Valley Village! ☀️🫒
Hosting an event? Let us bring a taste of The Quail & Olive to YOU!

08/05/2026

🍽️ Cabin getaway = foodie paradise! Before packing up and heading home from Arnold, we had one last delicious celebration around the table. From a fresh Corn & Arugula Salad to a perfectly seared Ribeye with Roasted Potatoes, Turmeric Chicken Bake, and classic Chicken Piccata...every meal started with the finest ingredients. 🌿✨
At The Quail & Olive, we truly believe incredible food begins with the highest-quality California extra virgin olive oils and artisanal balsamics. The right ingredients don’t just elevate flavor—they’re better for you, too. ❤️
Come taste the difference where it’s always sunny, beyond the fog in Carmel Valley Village, or shop anytime at quailandolive.com. Your taste buds (and your tummy!) will thank you! 🫒🥗🥩🍋

08/03/2026

🍋🍒 If you’re looking for the perfect summer appetizer, this Lemon Crostini with Pickled Cherries is guaranteed to impress! Creamy mascarpone and ricotta, sweet-tart pickled cherries, crispy crostini, and a drizzle of our Lemon Olive Oil and Bordeaux Cherry Vinegar create the perfect balance of bright, fresh flavors.
✨ Quick Recipe:
• Toast sliced baguette with a drizzle of Lemon Olive Oil.
• Spread with mascarpone or ricotta.
• Top with quick-pickled cherries (made with Bordeaux Cherry Vinegar, Pacific Spice Vinegar, red onion, fennel seed, mustard seed, peppercorns, and sea salt).
• Finish with fresh lemon zest, another drizzle of Lemon Olive Oil and Bordeaux Cherry Vinegar, and cracked black pepper.
This delicious recipe is August’s Monthly Match-Up, created by our Resident Epicurean, Camilla M. Mann, Epicure. Shop the featured pairing and discover the full recipe at quailandolive.com/monthlymatch.
Come taste where it’s always sunny, beyond the fog, in beautiful Carmel Valley Village! ☀️🍒🍋

07/29/2026

Day 3 at Las Vegas Market | ANDMORE® and we are finding SO many incredible treasures for all of you! 🤩 From foodie finds to beautiful kitchen favorites, we can’t wait to bring them home. Stay tuned... the best is yet to come! Shop anytime at quailandolive.com or visit us where it’s always sunny, beyond the fog in Carmel Valley Village! ☀️🫒✨

07/28/2026

Day 2 at Las Vegas Market! Las Vegas Market | ANDMORE® 🎁 We’re finding amazing treasures just for you—tableware, linens, kitchen goodies & more! We can’t wait to share! 💛 What would YOU love to see at The Quail & Olive?

07/27/2026

🥂 BUSINESS + PLEASURE… VEGAS STYLE! ✨🍾
Marc and I are here at Las Vegas Market | ANDMORE®, sourcing, tasting, shopping, and hunting down fabulous new finds for The Quail & Olive! 🫒🍽️
We LOVE coming to this market—especially because this year it happens to fall during our wedding anniversary! ❤️ So yes… we’re mixing a little business with pleasure. 😉🥂
And I have to give a shoutout to my incredibly supportive husband, who’s right here helping me search for all the things that will make you say, “OMG, I need that in my kitchen!” 😂
Think gorgeous kitchenware, entertaining pieces, foodie finds, gifts, table accessories and those unexpected treasures you didn’t know you needed until you spotted them at The Quail & Olive.
But here’s where YOU come in! 👇
💬 Drop us a comment and tell us:
What do you LOVE about our store—and what would you love to see us bring in next?
We’re shopping with YOU in mind, and we may just find your suggestion while we’re here! 👀🛍️
Follow along this week because we’ll be posting from Vegas and giving you a peek behind the scenes!
From Vegas back to our little foodie haven beyond the fog, where it’s always sunny in Carmel Valley Village… we can’t wait to surprise you with what we find! ☀️🫒💛

07/24/2026

🚨 LIMITED BATCH ALERT! 🚨
These vinegars are here for a good time…not a long time. 😋
🫐 Blueberry White Balsamic
🥂 30-Year-Old White Wine Vinegar
💜 Lavender Balsamic
🥥 Coconut Balsamic
Think beyond the salad bowl! Shake them into cocktails & mocktails, drizzle over grilled chicken or fish, brighten up marinades, finish roasted veggies—or get creative and make something completely unexpected.
These are limited supply, so once they’re gone…they’re gone!
Come taste, play, and find your favorite pairing at The Quail & Olive, where it’s always sunny beyond the fog in Carmel Valley Village. ☀️🌿
Can’t make it in? Shop online before your favorite disappears:
quailandolive.com

07/22/2026

🌞 Beyond the fog, summer flavors are calling... 🦪💙🌿
Our July Monthly Match-Up is here, and trust us... you’re going to want to make this one!
This month, our resident epicurean Camilla M. Mann, Epicure is sharing her fresh take on Choros a la Chalaca—a vibrant Peruvian-inspired mussel appetizer that screams summer entertaining! The magic? Our Cilantro-Lime Olive Oil paired with our Blueberry White Balsamic creates the perfect balance of bright citrus, subtle sweetness, and fresh flavor. 🍋🫐
Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, enjoying happy hour on the patio, or bringing a dish to share, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.
✨ Ready to recreate it at home?
Shop this month’s featured pairing here:
🛒 https://quailandolive.com/monthymatch
Come taste why it’s always sunny in Carmel Valley Village—or bring the sunshine straight to your kitchen with our Monthly Match-Up!

07/21/2026

🙌 And just like that... the tasting is BACK ON! ⚡🫒
The lights are on, the fustis are full, and we’re pouring some of California’s finest! If you’ve been waiting to stop in, today’s the perfect day to explore all the incredible flavor combinations our tasting bar has to offer.
🥖 Dip.
🥗 Drizzle.
🍓 Pair.
🍸 Sip.
From bold, peppery EVOOs to sweet, tangy artisanal balsamics, we’ll help you discover your next favorite pairing—and maybe even inspire tonight’s dinner or your next signature cocktail!
Come spend a little time with us where it’s always sunny in Carmel Valley Village, beyond the fog. We promise you’ll leave inspired (and probably with a bottle or two 😉).
📍The Quail & Olive
🛍️ Can’t make it in? Shop online anytime at quailandolive.com

07/21/2026

Well... we’ve got a little adventure going on in Carmel Valley Village today! The power may be out, but we’re still OPEN! Power is expected back around 3:00 p.m.—hopefully even sooner. In the meantime, we’re making delicious shrubs, keeping the doors open, and welcoming everyone in. So don’t let a little power outage stop you—come say hi, taste something new, and enjoy where it’s always sunny! And if you can’t make it in today, you can always shop online anytime at quailandolive.com. We hope to see you soon!

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14 Del Fino Place
Carmel Valley, CA
93924

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Monday 12pm - 5pm
Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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