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May. 4, 2022
New Law in Sicily Protects and Promotes the Mediterranean Diet
The purpose of the new law is to promote local food production, MedDiet education, wine and oleotourism, public health and environmental protection strategies.
Feb. 17, 2022
Olive Council Announces Australian Campaign
The IOC said a three-year campaign tp promote olive oil in Australia will target consumers, producers and policymakers.
Jan. 20, 2022
The Essential Guide to Extra Virgin Olive Oil
What makes an olive oil ‘extra virgin?’ How is EVOO made, and why is it the healthiest cooking oil? We have answers.
Dec. 22, 2021
Boundary Bend Co-Founder: Quality and Investment Are Key to Olive Oil’s Future
Rob McGavin said the industry needs to work together to succeed long-term, from technology-based solutions to emphasizing extra virgin olive oil’s health benefits.
Dec. 17, 2021
Greeks Are Consuming Less Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Greeks are among the top per capita consumers of olive oil in the world but have cut back on the highest grade.
Sep. 29, 2021
Book Lays Out Best Practices for Olive Oil Production in Greece
In his third book, Vasilios Frantzolas dispels production myths still prevalent in Greece.
Aug. 16, 2021 Food & Cooking
New Book Serves as Daily Guide for Following the Mediterranean Diet
Jun. 17, 2021 Tasting Olive Oil
Mar. 9, 2021 News Briefs
Feb. 17, 2021 Business
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Feb. 6, 2021
A Pioneering Blind Sensory Panel in Tunisia
A group of young blind Tunisians seeks certification of its tasting panel program.
Nov. 20, 2020
Olive Oil Times Awarded for News Coverage by Italian Agriculture Group
The president of the Italian Confederation of Farmers recognized Olive Oil Times for its “fundamental role” in reporting on the sector.
Sep. 22, 2020
In Italy, Students Return to Study Among Olive Trees
A pioneering outdoor classroom at the Ciuffelli Agricultural Institute provides students with an inspiring setting to resume their studies.
Jul. 8, 2020
Famed New York Culinary School Will Close Its Doors
The International Culinary Center will be absorbed by New York's Institute for Culinary Education.
May. 8, 2020
Olive Oil Sommelier Unites Quality Producers in Tuscany
Entimio founder, Daniel Santini, is bringing together a group of Chianti's top olive oil producers under a single brand.
Jan. 29, 2020
38 Complete Sommelier Program in London
A diverse, international group of professionals gathered in central London to for a comprehensive five-day program on olive oil quality.
Jan. 8, 2020
Olive Oil Times Turns 10, Gets New Look
Ten years and thousands of articles later, the mission has remained steadfast while the website's design has changed with the times.
Aug. 8, 2018
Master Milling Course Returns to UC Davis
The three-day course will go over every step of the olive oil production process with field trips to local olive oil mills to see those steps in action.
Jun. 21, 2018
Olive Oil Sommelier Program Returns to California
It will be the sixth edition of the groundbreaking course organized by the Olive Oil Times Education Lab in partnership with the International Culinary Center.
May. 12, 2018
31 Complete Sommelier Certification in New York
From improving farming techniques to educating co-workers and customers, these new olive oil sommeliers return home to apply and share their new-found knowledge.
Jan. 22, 2018
Simplifying Science is the Goal of New U.S. Marketing Campaign
At a California conference, the International Olive Council laid out its plan to translate the wealth of proven health benefits to growing consumer consumption.
Jan. 16, 2018
Olive Oil Tasting Program to Follow NYIOOC
On April 30, the Olive Oil Sommelier Certification Program returns to New York's International Culinary Center (ICC) for an intensive, 6-day course in olive oil sensory assessment.
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.
Nov. 27, 2017
'Ollie' App Answers Questions About Olive Oil
A new app developed by the Olive Oil Times Education Lab provides olive oil answers wherever they're needed.
Nov. 1, 2017
On Olive Oil and Life in a Room Full of Kids
Olive Oil Times writer and EVOO expert Ylenia Granitto goes back to school.