Oro del Desierto: an EVOO, a philosophy, a passion

Oro del Desierto: A Quarter Century of Pioneering Sustainable Olive Oil In 2024, Oro del Desierto will celebrate its 25th anniversary, a remarkable journey closely linked to Rafael Alonso’s vision. In 1995, he began taking over the family business and decided to introduce organic olive farming. This decision laid the foundation for a company characterized […]

Combinations with olive oil

Olive Oil Pairings Olive oil is liquid gold and is believed to have been used since before 4000 BC. While the concept is simple—pressing olives until the oil is released—this oil is anything but: it’s the epitome of versatility. In fact, there are many unexpected foods that pair well with olive oil that you should […]

Why is acidity important when frying in olive oil?

Olive Oil for Frying Frying, whether in a pan or in oil, has been one of the primary methods of food preparation for thousands of years. The earliest records of fried foods date back to Mesopotamian times. Today, almost all foods are available fried, from potatoes and other vegetables to meats and delicious desserts and […]

Olive oil and dementia

Olive Oil and Dementia Researchers warn that by 2050, more than 153 million people worldwide could suffer from dementia, almost tripling the number in 2019 in the Mediterranean region. Observational and controlled studies have shown that adherence to the Mediterranean diet and consumption of extra virgin olive oil are associated with improved memory and cognition […]

Olive oil could help with training

A natural byproduct of olive oil production could support exercise According to new research, olive oil production may have antioxidant benefits and support physical activity. The study, led by nutrition researchers at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) and published in the journal Nutrients, is the first to examine the benefits of natural olive water for athletes. […]