America The Bountiful

Olives In California

Spanish missionaries brought olive trees to California in the 1700's. Centuries later, California is a leading producer of olives and olive oil. Capri visits McEvoy Ranch where she see how olives are harvested and samples their olive oil varieties. Then, Capri takes a trip to Corning, California, known as "Olive City" where she tastes a variety of local olives prepared in creative ways at the Olive Pit. She caps off her tour with an olive oil milk shake. Finally, Capri learns how to make a traditional Greek dish made with olives.

Channel: WGTE CREATE

Length: 00:26:46 / Episode: 211