Sep. 10, 2018
Six months after the new rule banning refillable bottles, the restaurants who apply it are still an exception.
Nov. 8, 2017
Greek Event on Hospitality and New 'Cruet Ban'
The benefits of standardized olive oil in the food service industry will be highlighted during a November 15 event in Athens.
Sep. 20, 2016
Ongoing Battle Over Refillable Bottles in Spain
Efforts continue to ensure that restaurants, hotels and caterers are in compliance with the Spanish Royal Decree that prohibits refilling olive oil bottles. This summer a council in Jaen and a farmers association have taken new measures.
Jun. 22, 2016
Some View EU Olive Oil Decree as 'Last Straw' in Brexit Vote
When British citizens cast their historic vote tomorrow to stay in Europe or leave the Union, many will be thinking about overreaching mandates like the ban on cruets in restaurants.
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.
Oct. 24, 2013
Mouse in Olive Oil Cruet Spurs New Push For Ban
The discovery of a live mouse in an olive oil cruet in a Paris eatery has prompted new calls for the refillable containers to be banned from bar and restaurant tabletops.
Jul. 18, 2013 Europe
May. 16, 2013 Europe
Feb. 4, 2013 Europe
Europe Closer to Banning Refillable Olive Oil Cruets in Restaurants
Jan. 17, 2013 N. America
Portugal's Experience Banning Olive Oil Cruets in Restaurants