Food & Cooking
May. 3, 2022
French Cookware Maker Warns Customers Not to Cook with Olive Oil
However, some experts believe the chemical coating, usually Teflon, on Le Creuset's non-stick pots and pans is the real culprit.
Mar. 29, 2022
First Vodka Made With Olive Oil Released in Italy
Its creator said extra virgin olive oil adds a velvety texture to the vodka and is just the latest iteration in an ongoing trend of olive oil mixing with alcohol.
Mar. 25, 2022
The Flavors of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Countless factors influence the flavors in extra virgin olive oils. Understanding the basics can lead to satisfying results.
Feb. 23, 2022
Frying in Virgin Olive Oil Adds Healthy Compounds, Researchers Find
New research shows the transfer of olive oil's healthy plant sterols and tocopherols to deep-fried foods.
Feb. 11, 2022
Use Olive Oil in Soups and Stews
From cold Gizpacho to chicken noodle, extra virgin olive oil is a healthy and delicious way to spice up bisques, broths, soups and stews.
Jan. 20, 2022
The Essential Guide to Extra Virgin Olive Oil
What makes an olive oil ‘extra virgin?’ How is EVOO made, and why is it the healthiest cooking oil? We have answers.
Dec. 9, 2021 Basics
Dec. 8, 2021 Food & Cooking
Nov. 16, 2021 Food & Cooking
Study: Virgin Olive Oils Protect Ready-To-Eat Salads from Some Bacteria
Nov. 4, 2021 Food & Cooking
Sep. 16, 2021 Basics
Sep. 15, 2021
Scientists Develop Gelatinous Extra Virgin Olive Oil in Italy
The researchers said that the gelled EVOO maintained its healthy qualities in the semi-solid form and could replace saturated fat in a range of culinary applications.
Aug. 30, 2021
Olive Brine, a Secret Kitchen Ingredient
Before discarding the brine in your jar of olives, consider the ways you can tap its salty, umami flavors.
Aug. 17, 2021
Spanish Baker Launches Olive Oil-Based Pastry Range
Europastry and Verdeo said they had developed a way to make olive oil solid in the baking process, creating a healthier and more sustainable pastry.
Aug. 16, 2021
New Book Serves as Daily Guide for Following the Mediterranean Diet
‘The Real Mediterranean Diet’ offers readers a digestible explanation of the health benefits of the diet and tips on how to improve daily eating habits.
Aug. 12, 2021
People Here Use More Olive Oil than Anywhere Else in The World
Sammarinese consume an average of 22 kilograms of olive oil each year, or about a liter every two weeks.
Jul. 29, 2021
New Synthetic Unsaturated Fat Stays Solid at Room Temperature
The discovery from researchers in Belgium may eventually replace palm oil and coconut oil in a range of edible and domestic products.
Jun. 30, 2021
Olive Council and Culinary Institute Join to Promote MedDiet in U.S.
The two organizations will focus on educating consumers and hospitality professionals on the health benefits and sustainability of an olive oil-based Mediterranean diet.
Dec. 6, 2019
An Avocado a Day May Help Lower Bad Cholesterol
A new study from Penn State University demonstrated that consuming at least one avocado each day reduces the type of cholesterol that is known to lead to the accumulation of plaque in the arteries.
Dec. 4, 2019
In Italy, Hiking Through the Olive Groves
Italy's third annual “Walk through the olive trees” combines heart-healthy exercise with the chance to learn about production and taste local extra virgin olive oils.
Nov. 14, 2019
Healthy Foods Are More Environmentally Sustainable
A new study reveals a clear link between healthy food and environmental sustainability.
Nov. 7, 2019
Program in Puglia Fosters Healthy Food Choices, Sustainability
Through hands-on instruction and visits to local farms, Cinzia Rascazzo helps people live healtheir lives.
Nov. 7, 2019
Europe, China Agree to Protect Foods With Geographical Indication
Kalamata olives and various olive oils from Spain and Crete are included in the deal.
Nov. 5, 2019
Organic Olive Groves Flourish in Spain
In 2018, the surface area of organic olive groves increased by three percent in Spain. A country-wide push toward sustainability and better profit margins on organic oils are among the contributing factors.
Oct. 29, 2019
Researchers Recommend MedDiet to Restore Gut Bacteria
A team at Manchester Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom are working to advance research on the Mediterranean diet and other healthy diets that promote healthy gut bacteria.
Oct. 23, 2019
Regenerative Agriculture Predicted to Be One of the Top Food Trends for 2020
A conservation and rehabilitation approach increasingly adopted by olive farmers is listed as one of the top food trends for the coming year.