O
live Branch & Grape Vine, a 1,200-square-foot specialty retailer in the
heart of Ramsey, an affluent borough of Bergen County, N.J., offers
more than 280 carefully curated specialty foods and food-related prod-
ucts. Without a doubt, the selection, which includes more than 30 varieties each
of extra-virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars as well as other health-centric oils,
is a reflection of its owner, Paul Karoyan.
Nurtured by its owner, this Ramsey, N.J., specialty oil shop
introduces locals to an ancient Mediterranean culinary staple and
other treats in a setting that is both interactive and inviting.
BY NICOLE POTENZA DENIS
Olive Branch & Grape Vine
OLIVE BRANCH
& GRAPE VINE
100 E. Main Street
Ramsey, NJ
201.962.7566
obagv.com
PHOTOS:
NICOLE
POTENZA
DENIS
Owner Paul Karoyan offers tastings of olive oils via a stainless steel fusti, to involve customers with the experience.
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