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May. 24, 2012
A Celebration of Lazio Extra Virgin
Young chefs from Lazio come up with their own interpretation with some of the best extra virgin olive oils from the region for the "Extra Virgin Dinners" organized by Arsial and Uliveti del Lazio.
May. 21, 2012
Eating Olive Oil Might Help You Remember Why You Should
According to a new study monounsaturated fats in olive oil were associated with better cognitive function and memory, compared to saturated fats.
May. 14, 2012
Olive Oil Joins Locavore Movement in American South
"I’ve always used a lot of olive oil in my cooking, but it’s very beautiful that we can now use it from our local sphere,” says award-winning Atlanta chef and restaurateur Hugh Acheson.
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Jan. 23, 2012
10th Edition of Madridfusión Celebrates Sweets and Seafood
Villa Campestri’s "OliveToLive" system, designed by Paolo Pasquali, is a nominee for a design and innovation award at the huge culinary conference this week in Madrid.
Sep. 13, 2011
Flavored Olive Oil Adds Zing to Traditional Indian Dishes
Indian cooks have traditionally used groundnut or almond oil to add different flavors to their homemade dishes. Now olive oil is the rising star creating more chic Indian fare.
Aug. 12, 2011
Lathera: A Winning Combination of Vegetables and Olive Oil
All Greeks have been raised on these simple to cook, but nutritionally complex dishes that remain a fundamental part of the Greek diet.
Jul. 15, 2011
Choosing Just the Right Olive Oil at Nino Di Costanzo's Il Mosaico
You won’t easily find another restaurant in Italy with such a comprehensive offer of excellent extra virgin olive oils. And Chef Di Costanzo and his waiting staff know how to handle them.
May. 5, 2011
Carme Ruscalleda Can't Imagine Cooking Without Olive Oil
The only female chef in the world to earn six Michelin stars, Carme Ruscalleda was in the spotlight this week for her promotion of extra virgin olive oil.
Apr. 27, 2011
Ready For Your Spanish Breakfast?
“Our goal is to see the Spanish Breakfast incorporated in the cuisine offered by catering establishments around the world." - Pedro Barato, Interprofesional del Aceite de Oliva Español
Apr. 25, 2011
How Italian Food Became as American as Apple Pie
A new book by John F. Mariani explains how Italian immigrants in the late 1800's brought ideas about food that would completely reshape the American dining landscape.
Mar. 23, 2011
We kept two olive oils in the restaurant which we used to enhance flavor in spicy dishes and which we poured over everything from hummus to big chunks of feta cheese or even yogurt.
Feb. 17, 2011
Zero Kilometer Olive Oils and More at Rome’s Urbana 47
Steps from the Coliseum Angelo Belli's "zero kilometer" kitchen has become a favorite for locals and traveling foodies seeking authentic regional cuisine.
Feb. 15, 2011
With a push into the limelight from cutting-edge pastry chefs, olive oil is becoming a favorite dessert ingredient in restaurants and home kitchens everywhere.
Feb. 15, 2011
In Italy, a Festival for Every Food (Including Olive Oil )
What the sagre lack in regular restaurant refinement, they more than makes up with authenticity, and the chance to see the exuberant congeniality of small town Italian life.
Jan. 13, 2011
Wave of Experimentation in Paris Cuisine Elevates Olive Oil
In the new day that is beginning to shine on Parisian kitchens, young chefs are discovering what their southern cousins in Provence have long enjoyed.
Jan. 10, 2011
While a quality extra virgin is now essential in any decent restaurant, perhaps the full embrace of olive oil is most poignantly revealed in its new surprising role: as dessert.
Dec. 22, 2010
Star Chef Recalls the Humble Cretan Tastes of his Childhood
"When I prepare dishes that are based on wild greens and legumes, many of the locals may be offended by the simple ingredients that I use.” Yiannis Tsivourakis
Sep. 9, 2010
What You Didn't Know About Olive Pomace Oil: Uses, Benefits and Controversies
Olive pomace oil is made using chemical solvents and heat. Still, the lowly olive oil grade offers some health benefits and useful culinary applications.