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Aug. 25, 2016
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Better for Frying Fish
Researchers found that the cooking oil we choose determines the generation of toxic compounds during frying, "which can have a great influence on food safety and human health.”
Aug. 15, 2016
Social Status, Fashion Drive Consumer Food Choices
As food has become a symbol of social status, it has allowed marketers to attract customers as what was merely functional is now also fashionable.
Aug. 15, 2016
The Last Charcoal Man of Seville
Years ago, Spanish cities had a store in every neighborhood. José Luis Aguilar is the last charcoal merchant in Seville.
Aug. 10, 2016 Food & Cooking
Waste Not: Novel Application of Olive Mill Waste as Food Antioxidant
Jul. 25, 2016 Food & Cooking
Internet-Based Nutritional Guidance Encourages Healthier Eating
Jul. 14, 2016 Food & Cooking
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Jun. 29, 2016 Food & Cooking
May. 11, 2016
EVOO-Based Ingredient Makes Desserts Healthier
An Italian startup developed 'Cremoli' as an olive oil-based alternative to less healthy oils for baking.
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.
Mar. 30, 2016
3rd 'Food Expo Greece' Showcases Mediterranean Foods
The third Food Expo Greece took place near Athens, attracting 970 exhibitors, 153 of them exhibiting olive oil, plus 55,000 trade visitors, including 1,200 from 55 countries outside Greece.
Feb. 24, 2016
Fourth Report on Agri-Food Crimes in Italy
The 4th report on agri-food crimes in Italy, prepared by Eurispes, Coldiretti and the Observatory on Crime in Agriculture was presented at Coldiretti headquarters in Rome.
Jan. 14, 2016
Pairing App Finds the Best Olive Oil Match for Foods
A new tool helps chefs find the perfect olive oil to enhance their culinary creations.
Dec. 22, 2015
Silvio Muccino Ad Promotes Italian Foods in U.S.
A commercial directed by Muccino is part of the largest campaign ever to promote Italian-made foods in the world's largest market.
Dec. 2, 2015
European Commission Issues New Guidelines on 'Joint Selling' of Olive Oil and Other Foods
The new guidelines set out three "efficiency-based" derogations to EU antitrust rules that allow producers to jointly sell and set prices, volumes and other terms under certain conditions.
Oct. 26, 2015
Pouring on the Olive Oil for Thanksgiving
For Thanksgiving, olive oil is flowing in the creative minds and kitchens of chefs and home cooks alike. EVOO elevates holiday flavors without changing the beloved classics.
Sep. 22, 2015
Vegetables Fried in Extra Virgin Olive Oil More Nutritionally Beneficial than Boiled
Frying vegetables in extra virgin olive oil adds to the antioxidant qualities of the produce, according to a recent Spanish scientific study.
Aug. 24, 2015
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a 'Pillar of My Cuisine'
The chef of Osteria di Passignano is a passionate extra virgin olive oil connoisseur -- his ice cream a fresh take on Tuscan, oil-based cuisine.
Jul. 13, 2015
Hundreds of Restaurants Get New 'MedDiet' Label
The EU-funded project certifies restaurants that offer "authentic Mediterranean dishes" and comply with the criteria established by the program.
Jun. 9, 2015
In Paris, You Might Want to Miss Lunch
An olive oil shopkeeper in Paris known as "Miss Lunch" has gained a loyal following with inspired dishes fashioned from her modest kitchen.
May. 29, 2015
Researchers Develop Spreadable Olive Oil
New spreadable olive oils retain the flavor and health benefits of olive oil and can replace butter, margarine or mayonnaise.
May. 26, 2015
Slow Food Launches First Olive Oil 'Presidium'
Slow Food has launched the first "presidium" to promote the environmental, health and economic value of Italian extra virgin olive oil.
Apr. 6, 2015
McDonald’s Uses Olive Oil in New Sandwich
The fast food giant says it is cooking its new "artisan grilled chicken” sandwich in a blend of olive oil and canola oil.