Sure there's a lot of junk food here too, but Crete is still one of the best places in the world to immerse oneself in the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle.

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Food & Cooking

Mar. 10, 2015

In Naples, Pairing Pizza with Local EVOOs

Naples' renowned pizzeria La Notizia, organized a full-day event dedicated to pizza and olive oil. But not just any pizza, and not just any olive oil.

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Feb. 5, 2015 Food & Cooking

Food Safety Authority Warns Bacteria Threatens Olive Trees Across Europe

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Feb. 5, 2015 Food & Cooking

Jaén Showcases Spain’s Best at Madrid Fusión

Red carpet with the text 'Winter Fancy Food Show' and 'Specialty Food Association' in yellow and white. - Olive Oil Times

Jan. 21, 2015 Food & Cooking

An Olive Oil 'Odyssey' at Winter Fancy Food

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Jan. 15, 2015 Food & Cooking

Is That Olive Oil in Your Cocktail?

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Dec. 15, 2014 Food & Cooking

Planeta's Cooking Secrets

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Food & Cooking

Nov. 7, 2014

Eataly Chicago Hosts a Celebration of Italian Flavors

At a traveling Italian cooking congress hosted at Eataly, chefs were called in to offer modern interpretations of traditional techniques and ingredients.

A man and a woman pouring olive oil while cooking in a kitchen setting. - Olive Oil Times

Food & Cooking

Oct. 27, 2014

Use Olive Oil for Frying

A new study shows olive oil stands up better to repeated heating and may be the best choice for frying.

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Food & Cooking

Oct. 22, 2014

Not Such a Mediterranean Diet for College Students in Spain

A recent study finds that most Spanish university students opt for a diet that is high in meat and dairy but low in fruits and vegetables.

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Food & Cooking

Oct. 16, 2014

Cooking Congress Prompts Chefs to Explore Ancient Mediterranean Cuisine

The first Mediterranean Cooking Congress offered chefs from eight Mediterranean nations the opportunity to explore the roots of their cooking heritage.

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Food & Cooking

Oct. 13, 2014

Extra Virgin at Gastronomika

The 16th International Gastronomy Congress showcased extra virgin olive oil and its many culinary applications.

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Food & Cooking

Oct. 6, 2014

Olive Oil Byproducts Used to Improve Properties of Foods

Research reveals new uses for olive oil production byproducts that can improve the quality of other foods down the line.

Glass cruet filled with olive oil, surrounded by two additional bottles of oil. - Olive Oil Times

Food & Cooking

Oct. 2, 2014

Italy Nears Cruet Ban of its Own

Following a similar move in Spain, Italy is on its way to banning oil cruets in restaurants.

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Food & Cooking

Sep. 17, 2014

Products Provide New Ways to Enjoy Olive Oil

Two products released this month provide a new twist on the old standby.

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Food & Cooking

Aug. 28, 2014

Fried Extra Virgin Olive Oil a Super Food for Some Women with Diabetes

Extra virgin olive oil, even when fried, can boost the health of diabetes patients.

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Food & Cooking

Aug. 11, 2014

Olive Oil Skirts Russia’s Controversial Ban on Food Imports

Olive oil is not part of a Russian ban on food imports from the United States, European Union, Canada, Australia and Norway.

A glass bowl filled with cereal being drizzled with olive oil from a bottle. - Olive Oil Times

Food & Cooking

Jul. 29, 2014

Cereal for Breakfast? Pass the Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Some high-profile culinary professionals have been topping their breakfast cereals with extra virgin olive oil.

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Food & Cooking

Jul. 16, 2014

Change is the Butter on Life's Bread

Some may need some gentle coercion through the clever development of products to adopt heart-healthy EVOOs instead of Butter.

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Food & Cooking

Jul. 4, 2014

Fancy Food Show Rife with Opportunities for Olive Oil Stakeholders

Olive oil producers, exporters, retailers and promotion committees converged at the massive event that draws over 24,000 visitors.

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Food & Cooking

Jul. 1, 2014

Olive Oils of the World on Display at Summer Fancy Food Show

Olive oil producers of all sizes shared their products with the world at the 60th edition of one the industry's most important trade conventions.

Food & Cooking

Jun. 11, 2014

'Food Is Medicine' Seminar Highlights Health Benefits of Olive Oil

The free event is aimed at healthcare professionals and features presentations on the positive effects of consuming extra virgin olive oil.