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06/24/2026

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06/23/2026

🌺🐝 Monday Herb Spotlight: Bee Balm 🐝🌺

Let's talk about one of the showstoppers in my herb garden right now right now—Bee Balm!

Honestly, Bee Balm might just be my spirit herb. It's colorful, a little dramatic, attracts all the attention, pairs well with just about everything, and always seems to be the life of the party. 😆🌺

With its bright, firework-like blooms and citrusy-minty fragrance, Bee Balm is one of those plants that works hard and looks pretty doing it. If herbs had personalities, Bee Balm would definitely be the extrovert who knows everyone, talks to every table, and somehow gets invited to all the summer gatherings. 🎉🐝🦋

But Bee Balm isn't just for pollinators!

🌺 The flowers and leaves can be used to make herbal tea, either fresh or dried.
🍋 Add a few petals to lemonade for a pop of color and a light citrus-mint flavor.
🧊 Freeze flowers into ice cubes for a beautiful addition to summer drinks.
🥗 Sprinkle petals over salads, fruit trays, or charcuterie boards for an edible garden-to-table garnish.
🍹 And yes... it makes a fabulous garnish for an afternoon cocktail. Because if you're going to enjoy happy hour, it might as well be garden-inspired!

Fun fact: Bee Balm is native to North America and has been used for centuries by Indigenous peoples and early settlers for teas and herbal preparations.

So while everyone is busy planting flowers for the pollinators, Bee Balm is over here multitasking—feeding the bees, beautifying the garden, elevating your drinks, and stealing the spotlight.😉🌺🐝

Do you grow Bee Balm? What's your favorite way to use it?

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06/22/2026

Your favorite OklaTalian EVOO's and seasonings are available at the NEW Sample Oklahoma location in North Park Mall!

06/20/2026

☀️🌿 First day of summer and the garden is finally showing off!

Strawberries are ripening, tomatoes are growing, dill is thriving, and we even have a new caterpillar friend that's on its way to becoming a hummingbird moth. 🐛✨

From garden to bottle, this is our favorite season. 💚

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06/18/2026

🍅🌿Happy International Picnic Day!🌿🍅

What better way to celebrate than with a simple, fresh, garden-inspired snack that's perfect for packing in a picnic basket?

When your garden is overflowing with tomatoes and basil, sometimes the best recipes are the simplest ones.

✨ 5-Minute Summer Caprese Board
What You'll Need:
🍅 Fresh tomatoes, sliced
🌿 Fresh basil leaves
🧀 Fresh mozzarella
🫒 OklaTalian Italian Blend Olive Oil
🧂 OklaTalian Basil Salt

Arrange the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on a platter. Drizzle generously with Italian Blend Olive Oil and finish with a sprinkle of Basil Salt.

That's it!

Fresh, flavorful, and packed with garden goodness. The herbs infused in our Italian Blend Olive Oil pair perfectly with juicy tomatoes and creamy mozzarella, creating a dish that tastes like summer on a plate.

Whether you're headed to the park, enjoying lunch on the patio, or spreading out a blanket under a shady tree, this easy Caprese Board is a delicious way to celebrate the day.

Because sometimes the best recipes aren't really recipes at all—they're just great ingredients coming together. ❤️

Proof that summer doesn't need complicated recipes.

Are you celebrating International Picnic Day today? Tell me what's in your picnic basket! 🧺🍅🌿

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06/18/2026

🌿 Has anyone else had a super slow start to their garden this year? 🌿

Our herb garden seems to be taking its sweet Oklahoma time, but little by little, it's finally starting to come alive!

This year's garden is packed with all kinds of fragrant goodness: lemon basil, lime basil, sweet basil, Thai basil, bee balm, lemongrass, rosemary, several varieties of mint, sage, and more thymes than I can count. Of course, no self-respecting Italian herb garden would be complete without tomatoes, oregano, and parsley! We've also got cilantro and chives tucked in alongside our peppers, plus zucchini and plenty of other garden beauties making their appearance.

One of my favorite things about growing herbs is finding fun ways to use them beyond the kitchen. Fresh herbs make the most refreshing additions to our sun-brewed iced teas, infused waters, and homemade lemonades. Right now, my favorite combination is lime basil and pineapple thyme in lemonade—it's bright, refreshing, and tastes like summer in a glass! 🍋🌿

And let's be honest... fresh herbs can also take an afternoon cocktail from ordinary to extraordinary. 🍹✨ A sprig of mint, a few leaves of basil, or a touch of rosemary adds the perfect garden-fresh twist and makes sipping on the patio even more enjoyable.

There's something so satisfying about stepping outside, snipping a handful of fresh herbs, and bringing a little garden magic straight to the table.

What's growing best in your garden this year? And have you discovered any favorite herb combinations for drinks, cocktails, or recipes? I'd love to hear! 🌱💚

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06/17/2026

🌿✨ It's Been a Busy Spring at OklaTalian! ✨🌿

Between planting new herbs in the garden, harvesting fresh ingredients, and creating products we love, we've also been hard at work giving our website a fresh new look!

We're excited to invite you to check out the updated www.OklaTalian.com where you can:

🫒 Explore our products
📍 Find local retailers
🍽️ Browse kitchen inspirations
🌿 Learn more about our story and roots

This is just the beginning! Stay tuned for even more updates, including a behind-the-scenes look at life in the garden, our production process, and what really goes into bringing OklaTalian products from garden to bottle.

Thank you for supporting our small business and following along on this delicious journey. We can't wait to share what's next!

👉 Visit us at www.oklatalian.com

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06/16/2026

WOW!!! This looks so delicious, and made with so many great Oklahoma products all available at Arcadia Farmer's Market General Store

🌿 Table Ready Tuesday 🌿

Oh. So. Good! Garlic Parmesan Chicken Spaghetti in Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce. 😋

Stop by Arcadia Farmer's Market General Store and pick up some fresh produce from local farmers. Grab some Della Terra Fine Pasta, sauces, and seasoning from OklaTalian and Orton's House Seasonings.

And don't forget your fresh bread from Bake House Bakery and Route 66 Bake Shop LLC! Great meal for you and your family! Support local farmers.

Ingredients:
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
12 oz spaghetti
1 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp salted butter, divided
5 cloves garlic, minced
1½ tsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp smoked paprika

06/09/2026

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Aaaand we are finally ready to welcome you this Sunday for the soft opening of our store in its new location. 🙌

This has truly been a blessing; we are very grateful, and we can't wait to share this new space with y'all and fill it with the best of Oklahoma. 🤍

Join us on Sunday, June 14 , 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM at 12100 N May Ave, The Shoppes at North Park, OKC.

See ya!