Stopped in here because my bff wanted to buy some quality olive oil. They give you samples of the various olive oils & vinegars so you don't go home with something you don't like. I was intrigued by the blood orange olive oil & bought that. It was great used in making my homemade brownies - just a tablespoon added to the batter made the brownies scrumptious! I'll be shopping there again to get some pomegranate vinegar. read more

The Spicy Olive - Blood orange fused olive oil - Specialty Food Near Me - West Chester, Ohio

As good as it gets. This is one of the most exciting finds I've made in the four years I've lived in the greater Cincinnati area! And a find it truly was; the ONLY negative I can think of about this store is its location, tucked away in the excessive sprawl of a huge suburban shopping complex. I would never have known about it if a friend hadn't told me, and SO glad she did. Hopefully others will find it too thru Yelp. I am a snob for quality olive oils and balsamic, as there truly is a difference between brands and sources! Here in Ohio it's been either Jungle Jim or Country Fresh when in quest of the kind of quality I'd been accustomed to find easily in New York. The tremendous selection of oils, including a huge variety of those infused with natural flavorings, made Spicy Olive a heaven on earth for me. The balsamics, too, available in white or regular, have an array of flavorings I'd never dreamed of. Black Cherry! For a home made vinaigrette worthy of a five star restaurant. Dark Chocolate! I was astounded at how delicious were strawberries dipped in this stuff, not to mention the fat and calories avoided by dipping in chocolate balsamic instead of melted chocolate. Each variety (and there are SCORES .. Will try to count them on my next visit) has a cards with suggestions on pairings, general uses, and some basic recipes. As Kara said, the staff knows their stuff and will answer any and all questions. You can taste as many as you like and there is no hard sale pressure to buy. You won't need any though! Three sizes of bottles are available which are filled for you directly from the urns (There is a technical name for these containers, which escapes me at present). For high-quality, fresh imported product, the prices are definitely fair, certainly no more than I would expect to pay at one of the above-mentioned stores. If you are torn, they have a great option of six mini bottles for $30, mix and match vinegars and/or oils. For two bucks more you can have your choices gift boxed. (HINT HINT). We went with the six bottle sampler on our first visit as I simply could not decide. I've used at least one of them every day, in salads, sautéed vegetables, roasting, bread and fruit dipping, soup seasoning..... I can see a store like this downtown.... Or in Brooklyn. So thrilled to find this in West Chester! Put this one on your list, after you experience it you won't be buying your olio e balsamico anywhere else. read more

Amazing place. Olive oil flavors are amazing. Very helpful owner and staff. Explained all the benefits of the natural ingredients and benefits. Will definitely be back. read more

I have shopped at the West Chester location before and have always received good customer service. However, I visited the shop for their open house this past Saturday and I will never go back! I was acknowledged by the clerk and as I was answering her question, in my mid-sentence, she completely ignored me and started helping someone else who she obviously knew. My husband and I proceeded to the back where the wine shop is located. I felt like we were at a private party that we weren't invited too! People were standing in the entranceway and wouldn't move so we could enter. No one acknowledge us not even the owners. It was a very unwelcome, rude experience! read more

Who would have ever thought olive oil could be cool?!?! The Spicy Olive accomplished this very task. The Spicy Olive describes itself as a tasting emporium.for olive oil and balsamic vinegar. It is locally owned by a group of women who are clearly passionate about their work. The space is beautifully designed and welcoming. There are jugs lining the walls of unique flavors of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. There are little plastic cups conveniently placed so that you can sample each type. Here are some examples of their unique varieties: blood orange olive oil, tuscan herb olive oil, champagne balsamic vinegar, etc. Below each variety is a little card describing the flavor profile, pairings, etc. Every type was so delicious that we had difficulty deciding. There are soooo many flavors that I was not sure where to begin. Luckily, the staff is ready to help! The shop also sells gifts, olives (of course), herbs, etc. Their products are fresh and vary with the season. The olive oil and balsamic vinegar can be purchased in a variety of sizes. Once you have made your selection, they fill the bottles up and seal them right in front of you! Also, it is very reasonably priced. One of my favorite parts was how they wrap your purchase. They put it in a very cute bag, complete with brightly colored tissue paper and ribbon. I think this would make an awesome housewarming gift! They will be opening a wine shop at their store within the month and I cannot wait. I'm sure it will be just as fantastic. According to their website they will be opening a location in Hyde Park this summer. In the meantime, it is totally worth the drive up to West Chester! read more

I always enjoy going to the Spicy Olive. They have fresh and flavorful oils to sample. The staff is very welcoming and knowledgeable. There are recipe cards and other info to help pair the oils and vinegars with different meal ideas. read more

Love this place! A foodies paradise! Test a TON of wonderful balsamics and olive oils. I want to buy ALL of them. Very fun place for a foodie date! Take it home and cook with it! read more