By J.E. Pizarro, Chief Executive Foodie

Tucked away in the heart of Downtown Scottsdale is one of my new favorite stores.

This quaint shop is aptly named Outrageous Olive Oils and Vinegars and it carries the largest variety of oils and vinegars that I have ever found in one spot!

While on a foodie hunt to find a specific hot sauce that is sold downtown, I happened to pass by the store prior to their opening.

Hidden from the street--across from Rusty Spur on Main Street!

Immediately I made a call to my business partner to inform her of my new and interesting find, “Susie, an olive oil shop is opening downtown!”  I think I actually heard her squealing with glee on the other end of the phone.

A few days later after they opened, we made a beeline from our offices directly to their front door to welcome our new business neighbors in Scottsdale.  Its owned by John and Rayna Griffin, a couple from Sedona who decided that opening an olive oil and vinegar store is every bit as cool as the need for it.

Taste on site!

They carry 20 different oils and 12 different vinegars.  These finds are imported from various countries all over the world. All of the varietals are available to sample and purchase in store.

Amazing olive oil creations range from blood orange to wild mushroom & sage.  Of course if you like to stay with the classic extra virgin you’ll find a hearty variety of those as well.

Stainless steel vats of oil

Also on the list are flavor infused balsamic vinegars.  From wild blueberry to pomegranate, the options are seemingly endless.

I met an olive oil specialist named Kelsey who took me on a short tasting through the light and aromatic pleasures of olive oils.

All flavors are available to taste

One of my favorites was the Tuscan Herb oil; it has a rich and smooth blend of herb flavors. I look forward to trying it on some meats, pastas and vegetables.

On the balsamic side, my new BFF is the pomegranate infused balsamic.  A nice salad of watermelon, feta and this vinegar are soon to be consumed by me.  I can almost taste the drizzle of this velvety goodness.

Very soon, thanks to Kelsey, there will be recipes available in store that maximize the flavors and variety of the oils and vinegars that they carry.

Oh the options this store has for salads!

In the meantime, we will continue to stop in to taste and purchase the delicious treats at this new Foodie find!