In eastern Mediterranean countries, it is customary that cocktail drinks are always served with small mezze. Olives are popular pairing during Sunny Mediterranean afternoons with a glass of favorite wine or cocktail. Marinating olives is incredibly easy and joyful to serve.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Kalamata olives
• 4 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp dried rosemary
• 1 tbsp dried cumin seeds
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 strips of orange zest (1/4 inch wide, 2 inches long)

Instructions:

1. Rinse the olives and pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. In a bowl, combine the olives with dried oregano, rosemary, cumin seeds, olive oil, and orange zest.
3. Mix well to ensure the olives are coated with the marinade.
4. Serve and enjoy!