It's Alive with Brad Season 4 Episode 5 Brad Makes Olive Oil (in Italy!)

  • December 13, 2018
  • 15 min

Brad Leone, host of the popular Bon Appétit series It's Alive with Brad, is back with an all-new episode where he travels to Italy to make olive oil from scratch. In this week's episode, titled "Brad Makes Olive Oil (in Italy!)," Brad embarks on an epic journey across the Italian countryside to learn the art of making olive oil from the experts.

The episode begins with Brad meeting with his guide, Fabrizio, in the stunning region of Tuscany. Fabrizio is an olive oil producer who has been producing high-quality oil for decades. He takes Brad on a tour of his grove, where they discuss the various types of olives, the best time to harvest them, and the various techniques used to extract the oil. Brad is clearly fascinated by the process and listens intently as Fabrizio explains the nuances of olive oil production.

Next, Brad heads to a nearby olive press to see the oil extraction process in action. He watches as the harvested olives are washed, crushed, and pressed to extract the precious oil. Brad is amazed by the sheer volume of oil that can be produced from a single batch of olives and is eager to try his hand at it.

In typical It's Alive fashion, Brad decides to take things a step further and make his own homemade oil. Fabrizio helps him pick out the perfect olives from the grove and shows him how to properly wash and crush them. The next step is to press the olives in a traditional press, which Brad operates like a pro.

As the oil flows from the press, Brad can hardly contain his excitement. He samples the fresh oil straight from the spout and is blown away by the taste. The rich, fragrant oil is nothing like what he's used to buying in stores back in the United States. Brad is determined to capture this amazing flavor and decides to bottle his own homemade olive oil to take home with him.

The rest of the episode follows Brad as he explores the beautiful Italian countryside, visiting other olive groves and learning more about the art of olive oil production. He also takes a break to do some sightseeing, visiting historic landmarks and meeting the locals, who are more than happy to share their love of food and culture with him.

Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to Brad's infectious enthusiasm and love of all things culinary. His passion for experimenting with food and exploring new flavors is at the heart of the It's Alive series, and this episode is no different. In fact, Brad's trip to Italy seems to have reignited his love of cooking and exploration, and viewers can expect to see even more exciting content from him in the future.

On the whole, "Brad Makes Olive Oil (in Italy!)" is a delightful and informative episode that showcases the beauty of Italy and the art of olive oil production. It's a must-watch for fans of the It's Alive series and anyone who loves food and travel.

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Description
  • First Aired
    December 13, 2018
  • Runtime
    15 min
  • Language
    English