Olive Oil, Oranges and a Cake for Valentine’s Day

As Valentine’s Day approaches, this piece turns toward love in its quieter forms — devotion, presence, and the beauty of small, intentional acts. Rooted in history and the Villa Belvédère kitchen, it unfolds through the symbolism of olive oil, oranges, and a simple cake baked with attention.
A reflection — and an invitation — to slow down, read on, and perhaps bake along.