All Things Olive

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I met the proprietor of All Things Olive , Mr. Keith Voight, a few months ago at the  Strathmore Center for the Arts' Food Festival. All Things Olive had and attractively arranged table that showcased a variety of olive oils, vinegars and related products.  I discovered a Katz Viognier Honey vinegar that  I felt I had to purchase it  on the spot. The vinegar is a welcome addition to my small, but growing vinegar collection. I am delighted that Mr. Voight agreed to an interview.

Q1: Tell me a little about yourself. How did you get started?

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A1: The seed for our business was planted after we walked into a shop dedicated to olive oil in Paris, on a quiet side street near Notre Dame.

Q2: What's your philosophy concerning your work?A2: We try to exceed our customers' expectations for product quality and service.

Q3: Who or what has been the greatest influence on your career?A3: I would say the California Olive Oil Council.  They've been a great resource for potential suppliers and for learning more about the olive oil industry.

Q4: What has been the highlight of your career thus far?A4:  The way our business has grown.  From starting at one farm market in 2004, we're now in nine weekly markets and we have a space at Union Market in DC.

Q5: What do you think can be done to increase the presence of women and minorities in the restaurant/dining industry?A5: I would focus on becoming as knowledgeable as you can about the products and services you provide.  That knowledge will be essential in getting started and in moving ahead.

Q6: What advice do you have for someone who wants to get in your field of work?A6: Have a real love of olive oil!

Q7: What would you like the public to know about the work you do?A7:  Our mission has and will continue to be to offer only real and fresh extra virgin olive oil from California.

Q7: Where do you see yourself five (5) years from now?A7:  Hopefully we can stay as busy as we are today.  That would mean we're keeping our customers happy and satisfied.

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Many thanks to Mr. Voight for agreeing to an interview. For more information about see or visit:
All Things Olive's website, http://www.allthingsolive.com/
All Things Olive's Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/pages/All-Things-olive/122178151224?sk=info
All Things Olive on Twitter, @allthingsolive


Be well,

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