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Feb. 11, 2019
The Changing Face of Alentejo's Olive Oil
The Alqueva dam may have thrown a lifeline to some of Alentejo's traditional producers, but nearly 20 years later, it has also brought along new challenges that may prove to be insurmountable.
Jan. 17, 2019
Sommelier Program to Commence in London
The London edition of the acclaimed six-day olive oil sommelier course will begin this weekend in Bloomsbury.
Nov. 12, 2018
Six-Day Program in London to Train New Generation of Olive Oil Experts
Few spots remain in the first London edition of the renowned program on olive oil quality assessment.
Sep. 20, 2018
Olive Oil Sommelier Program Expands to London
The London edition of the acclaimed program will be held January 20-25 in Bloomsbury.
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
Entries Pour in for Sixth NYIOOC
Producers overcame yet another challenging harvest season to ready their products for olive oil's biggest stage.
Nov. 27, 2017 World
Oct. 24, 2017 Business
Sep. 11, 2017 N. America
California's International Culinary Center to Host 3rd Olive Oil Sommelier Program
Jul. 21, 2017 Olive Varieties
Jun. 6, 2017 World
Olive Oil Sommelier Certification Program Expands to California
May. 17, 2017
Change the Olive Oil Tasting Glass? Some See Red
A glassware designer and the University of Jaén think they've found a better vessel for olive oil sensory analysis.
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.
Apr. 28, 2017
At 2017 NYIOOC: Signs of the 'Sea Change We Have Been Waiting For'
After a challenging harvest season and a 30 percent drop in global production, more brands than ever were analyzed at the world's largest olive oil competition -- a strong sign of the growing number of producers focused on quality.
Apr. 27, 2017
Best Olive Oils for 2017 Will be Announced Tonight
The winners of the 2017 New York International Olive Oil Competition will be revealed at a live-streamed 5:30 (EDT) press conference.
Apr. 18, 2017
Olive Oil Sommelier Program Expands to California
Following the success of the New York series, the International Culinary Center and the Olive Oil Times Education Lab are expanding the sommelier certification program to the school's Bay Area campus.
Jan. 18, 2017
5th NYIOOC Will Be the Biggest Yet
A larger venue, printed guidebook and a new portal for professional buyers highlight this fifth edition of the world's largest olive oil competition.
Jan. 16, 2017
Second Olive Oil Sommelier Course Sold Out
The course will be held at the International Culinary Center February 4-10. The next one is scheduled for September.
Apr. 16, 2014
Spain’s Standout Success at 2014 NYIOOC
Spain won more prizes than any other country in the latest edition of the New York International Olive Oil Competition.
Apr. 15, 2014
Plenty of Enthusiasm At NYIOOC Tasting Event
As the second New York International Olive Oil Competition came to a close, a tasting was held to sample a selection of this year’s entries.
Apr. 10, 2014
Call to Action at NYIOOC: Educate
Attendees heard from impassioned presenters who urged them to recognize education as a cornerstone for success in the olive oil industry.
Apr. 9, 2014
NYIOOC Results Press Conference Will Stream Live
The press conference announcing the results of the 2014 New York International Olive Oil Competition will stream live Thursday starting at 5:30 (EDT).
Apr. 9, 2014
NYIOOC Conference Opens with Barjol, Ravetti
The NYIOOC seminars began today, with speakers addressing a full house at The International Culinary Center.
Apr. 8, 2014
New York Competition Opens to Packed House
The second edition of the New York International Olive Oil Competition opened today before a sold-out audience and viewers around the world.
Apr. 2, 2014
Countdown to New York International Olive Oil Competition
The world's most important olive oil competition will kick off Tuesday before a sold-out audience at the International Culinary Center.
Mar. 18, 2014
NYIOOC Seminars to be Streamed Live
A live video feed of the two-day NYIOOC conference program will be available to subscribers.