May. 7, 2014
Olive Oil Course Spans the Journey from Tree to Table
A new course from the International Olive Oil School will lead participants through the basics of olive oil tasting and food pairing techniques.
Feb. 28, 2014
The Fun Side of Catalonia’s Olive Oil Fairs
Catalonia’s olive oil fairs are not just a chance to try and buy the new season's oils but usually to have fun, too.
Feb. 17, 2014
'Espérantine' Olive Oil Chocolates: Original and Full of Flavor
Francesco Martorana crafts Marseille's celebrated olive leaf-shaped chocolates with organic olive oil, almonds and mint.
Jan. 22, 2014 Food & Cooking
Olive Oils from Near and Far Showcased at Winter Fancy Food Show
Jan. 20, 2014 Food & Cooking
International Day of Italian Cuisines Celebrates Spaghetti al Pomodoro
Jan. 20, 2014 Food & Cooking
Jan. 6, 2014 Food & Cooking
Jan. 5, 2014 Food & Cooking
Nov. 21, 2013
'New Olive Oil Days' in Vodnjan, Croatia
During the three days visitors tasted new extra virgin olive oils, attended lectures and enjoyed top-quality gastronomy delights.
Nov. 19, 2013
Ban Imminent on Refillable Olive Oil Bottles in Spanish Restaurants and Bars
A new law banning refillable olive oil containers in Spain’s restaurants and bars will come into effect on January 1.
Oct. 21, 2013
Olive Oil Tops E.U. List of Foods at Most Risk of Fraud
Olive oil, fish and organic foods are the products most prone to food fraud, according to a draft report of a European Parliament committee which also calls for tougher penalties.
Oct. 1, 2013
Tunisians Win Gold at Swiss Food Competition
The High Business School of Sfax and Swiss High Management School of Neuchâtel teamed up to particpate in the fair.
Aug. 15, 2013
Mediterranean Food Producers See Red Over U.K. 'Traffic Light' Labels
Olive oil producers are concerned the United Kingdom’s “traffic-light” food labeling will see their flagship products rated unhealthy.
Jul. 10, 2013
In France, A 'High School of Olive Oil Tasting'
Fabienne Roux created a school for olive oil tasting in France, where she trains chefs and others in olive oil's finer points.
Jul. 8, 2013
In Italy, producers, bartenders and researchers are adding a drop of extra virgin olive oil to their cocktails. It's worth trying it.
Jun. 24, 2013
E-Book Offers Tips on Cooking with Olive Oil
Two food bloggers teamed up on a new e-book offering recipes and tips on how to cook with extra virgin olive oil.
May. 30, 2013
Survey Reveals Surprising Views Toward Olive Oil
Despite a common refrain that olive oil should not be used for cooking, consumers do it anyway, according to a survey by the UC Davis Olive Center.
May. 21, 2013
Cristiano Tomei: Instinct and Madness
At L'Imbuto restaurant, chef Cristiano Tomei proposes a cuisine based on quality, simple ingredients and a great creativity.
Mar. 31, 2013
Julian Medina's 'Toloache' to Feature Elite Olive Oils
Medina will show how extra virgin olive oils can enhance and elevate his contemporary Mexican cuisine.
Mar. 20, 2013
Seamus Mullen's 'Tertulia' Selected for Olive Oil Event
The acclaimed West Village restaurant will show how extra virgin olive oils can be paired with foods to enhance and elevate tastes.
Mar. 18, 2013
Olive Oil May Help You Eat Less
A new study shows that olive oil increases feelings of fullness, which may result in consuming less calories overall.
Mar. 11, 2013
Contest Helps Young Greeks Start a Food Business
An initiative in Greece intends to support the best ideas for starting a business in the agricultural sector.
Feb. 11, 2013
Extra Virgin Olive Oil a Potential Functional Food for Colitis
Researchers concluded that extra virgin olive oil and its polyphenol extracts could improve chronic colitis but also could be used as a functional food for this disease.