Olive Oil Varieties

Olive Oil Council Considers 80 New Origin Denominations

Olive Oil Council Considers 80 New Origin Denominations

by Daniel Williams

The majority of these new denominations would apply to olive oil producing nations outside the European Union, like Argentina and Palestine.

Posted on July 27 2010

Arbequina Country

Arbequina Country

by Will Dunn

In the crisp mountain air, wild herbs flourish in the valleys and hillsides around Siurana. With a buttery, slightly nutty flavor and a mild peppercorn finish, Arbequina olive oil is an indulgent treat.

Posted on May 10 2010

Canadians Enjoy New Olive Oil Varieties

Canadians Enjoy New Olive Oil Varieties

by Toronto Star

No longer are Canadians content to buy just olive oil in bulk, they’re clamoring for tastes of oils from places like Turkey, Palestine, Argentina, California, France and Morocco.

Posted on May 05 2010

Europe’s Origin Labels

Europe’s Origin Labels

by Lindsey Partos

Eight hundred different origin certifications propose to ensure products live up to your expectations.

Posted on April 22 2010

Château d’Estoublon

Château d’Estoublon

by Olive Oil Times Staff

One of the few estates which chose to replant its olive trees after the devastating frost in 1956, Estoublon remains linked to the history of olives and olive oil production in Provence.

Posted on April 22 2010

The Taggiasca

The Taggiasca

by Olive Oil Times Staff

The Taggiasca olive is the Ligurian Olive. It is small, almost insignificant, and the result is an aromatic, delicate olive oil, known among the gourmets as the "Gold Liguria".

Posted on March 10 2010

Olio Extravergine Riviera Ligure DOP

Olio Extravergine Riviera Ligure DOP

by Olive Oil Times Staff

There are three types of Riviera Ligure DOP extra virgin olive oil: Riviera dei Fiori, Riviera del Levante, and Riviera del Ponente Savonese.

Posted on January 08 2010