Jan. 16, 2018
Croatian Joins Elite Panel of Tasters in New York
Dr. Karolina Brkic Bubola, the leader of the official panel for olive oil sensory assessment for the Republic of Croatia, will be among the 18 judges at the 2018 NYIOOC.
Dec. 28, 2017
Award-Winning Producer Credits His Team of 'Harvest Experts'
For two months a team of 150 people harvest the olives at Cortijo Virgen de los Milagros, like their parents and grandparents did. "The mill is only the extractor," says Luis Montabes. "Quality is born in the fields."
Dec. 22, 2017
Smithsonian Explores the World's Best Olive Oils
The Smithsonian Institution will host a seminar to explore high-quality extra virgin olive oils on February 3.
Dec. 7, 2017 World
Sep. 14, 2017 World
An Oasis of Award-Winning Extra Virgin Olive Oil in Tabernas
Jul. 26, 2017 World
Jul. 25, 2017 World
From His Sandy Perch, Domenica Fiore's Cesare Bianchini Aims Even Higher
Jul. 18, 2017 Producer Profiles
Jun. 29, 2017
A Gold Standard Farm in Umbria Promotes Research on Sustainability and Health
Castello Monte Vibiano Vecchio won two Gold Award at NYIOOC 2017 thanks to constant research on quality and sustainability.
Jun. 19, 2017
Gold for Tunisia Heralds Start of New Beginning
Karim Fitouri of Olivko says his Gold Award at NYIOOC marks the beginning of Tunisia's transformation from a bulk producer for the export market to a country known for its high-quality olive oil.
Jun. 16, 2017
Argentina's 'La Reconquista' Conquers New York
Cherished for its well-balanced, harmonious flavor, the olive oil from Argentina's Olivares La Reconquista earned the coveted Best in Class Award at this year's NYIOOC.
Jun. 13, 2017
Economic Downturn Spurs Return to Family Farms
In the face of economic hardships, many young Greeks return to work the family olive groves that have been kept in their families for generations.
Jun. 10, 2017
Where to Buy 100 of the World's Best Olive Oils
More than one hundred of this year's award-winning olive oils are a click away on the Best Olive Oils Marketplace.
Jun. 6, 2017
Gourmet Olive Oil Under the Baja Sun
Northern Baja California is emerging as another regional producer of gourmet quality olives and olive oils.
Jun. 6, 2017
Radio's 'PRI' Follows Greek Producer's Road to NYIOOC Win
NYIOOC award winner Myrta Kalampoka was profiled for 'The World' a Public Radio International program in a segment that first aired yesterday.
May. 23, 2017
For Spain's 'La Olivilla,' Winning Top Award, Restoring Nature Go Hand in Hand
Just five years ago, a group of neighboring farmers in Sierra de Cazorla, Spain decided to work together and produce high-quality olive oil with respect for the environment. Last month, their Dehesa de la Sabina earned the industry's top award.
May. 18, 2017
Olive Oil Producers from Small Croatian Island Strike Gold, Together
Olive oil producers from the Croatian island of Šolta joined forces to submit a single entry to NYIOOC 2017, winning a Gold Award and placing its Šoltansko maslinovo ulje on the world stage.
May. 15, 2017
The Man Behind China's Unlikely Gold at NYIOOC
An agronomic engineer from Argentina convinces a Chinese company to improve product quality and strikes gold at the world's most prestigious olive oil competition.
May. 8, 2017
Argentine Oils: From 'Plan B' Crop to Award Winners
In wine-soaked Argentina, EVOO is beginning to make its mark.
May. 6, 2017
Croatians' Pursuit of Quality Pays Off at NYIOOC
Croatian olive oil producers won a record 22 awards at NYIOOC 2017. Some of this year's winners shared their reactions and what the international recognition means for them.
May. 6, 2017
Italian Brands Earn 124 Awards at NYIOOC
Facing one of the worst seasons in recent years, Italy achieved 124 awards, including 4 Best in Class, 82 Gold Awards and 38 Silver Awards at the 2017 NYIOOC, demonstrating that great results can be reached under challenging conditions.
May. 4, 2017
It’s a Great Time to Find High-Quality Olive Oils
At the world's most prestigious olive oil competition, there were more entries -- and more winners -- than ever before, spelling good news for fans of high-quality extra virgin olive oils.
May. 4, 2017
Spanish Producers Win Big at NYIOOC
Spain won six Best in Class, 83 Gold and 38 Silver Awards at the New York International Olive Oil Competition last Thursday.