May. 26, 2016
'Domina' Contest Debuts in Palermo
A new contest dedicated to extra virgin olive oils was held in Palermo with 300 entrees.
May. 4, 2016
Sol&Agrifood, Italy's Showcase for Quality Foods
Sol&Agrifood is the event held alongside Vinitaly that promotes excellence in the agri-food and extra virgin olive oil sectors on a national and international scale.
May. 2, 2016
Producers of the Best Greek Olive Oils React to Their NYIOOC Awards
Award-winning Greek producers discuss their reactions to the New York International Olive Oil Competition results and their efforts to produce the best olive oils in the world.
Apr. 28, 2016 World
Apr. 21, 2016 World
Italian Producers of the World's Best Olive Oils Express Elation
Apr. 11, 2016 World
Mar. 28, 2016 World
Mar. 25, 2016 Fairs, Competitions
24th Ercole Olivario Awards Recognize Italian Olive Oil Excellence
Mar. 17, 2016
Spanish Wine Country Celebrates its Olive Oil
World-famous wine-producing region Rioja Alavesa swaps wine glasses for olive oil tastings at its Fifth Annual Olive Oil Festival
Mar. 1, 2016
More than 800 to Compete in New York International Olive Oil Competition
The world’s largest and most prestigious olive oil competition will be bigger than ever this year with more than 800 brands from 27 countries competing next month for the coveted Silver, Gold and Best in Class awards. The fourth annual New York International Olive Oil Competition (NYIOOC), which will be held in New York City
Feb. 29, 2016
Olive Council Announces 'Mario Solinas' Winners
The International Olive Council (IOC) announced today the winners of its annual Mario Solinas Quality Award.
Nov. 9, 2015
11th 'New Olive Oil Days' in Vodnjan, Croatia
During the three-day event this week, visitors can participate in olive oil tastings, meet local producers, and attend talks on topics related to olive oil production.
Oct. 26, 2015
EVOO Takes Center Stage as Milan Expo Winds Down
The universal exhibition was the occasion for an edition of Ercole Olivario, a national competition dedicated to Italian extra virgin olive oils.
Oct. 19, 2015
Top Tasters to Lead 2016 NYIOOC Panel
Three will lead the team of experts in evaluating over 700 olive oils from 25 countries next April to determine the best olive oils in the world for 2016.
Oct. 9, 2015
An International Competition in Sicily
Next May, Southern Italy will host the Domina International Olive Oil Contest led by Antonio Lauro.
Sep. 15, 2015
Sol d'Oro Announces S. Hemisphere Winners
South Africa won 5 out of 9 medals awarded at the Sol d'Oro Southern Hemisphere competition.
Sep. 9, 2015
Registration Opens for NYIOOC 2016
The winners will be known as the world's best olive oils, coveted by chefs and buyers around the world in search of the year’s highest-rated brands.
Aug. 11, 2015
Cape Town Hosts 2nd Sol d'Oro Southern Edition
Cape Town, South Africa will host the second edition of Sol d'Oro-Southern Hemisphere, the international competition organized by Veronafiere.
Jul. 1, 2015
L’Oro del Benàco Celebrates Best of Lake Garda
The largest lake of Italy has a great influence on the climate on its banks and is the heart of the world's northernmost olive oil production region.
Jun. 8, 2015
'Il Magnifico' Award Goes to Don Gioacchino
Don Gioacchino PDO by Sabino Leone was appointed “Il Magnifico” (The Magnificent) at the competition bearing the same name.
May. 26, 2015
Jerusalem to Host 6th TerraOlivo
Besides the competition, the event offers a 6-day tour of olives, wines and the Holy Land's landmarks, from the Dead Sea to Mount Zion and the Old Town of Jerusalem.
May. 18, 2015
In Latest Bid for Relevance, Council Seeks to Standardize Competitions
Facing waning interest in its own olive oil competition, the International Olive Council will offer to endorse rival events that abide by its rules.
May. 14, 2015
4th 'Extrascape' to Focus on Innovation
The fourth Extrascape competition and conference will focus on innovative tools and strategies to promote the culture of extra virgin olive oil.