Culinary tradition of southern Spain: extra virgin olive oil, a reflection of ancestral know-how In southern Spain, extra virgin olive oil is much more than just a culinary ingredient. It is a real gastronomic treasure, a symbol of the richness of the Mediterranean...
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Starbucks is launching a revolutionary new line of coffee with olive oil
Coffee with olive oil The American chain Starbucks presented Oleato, a new line of drinks that combines Starbucks Arabica coffee with extra virgin olive oil. “Infusing Starbucks coffee with extra virgin olive oil produced a rich, velvety texture, with the round,...
How Greek olive oil becomes ‘Italian’
Greek olive oil goes 'Italian' Greece is the second largest supplier to the Italian olive oil industry, according to an analysis of the Italian olive oil sector by the Embassy's Office of Economic and Commercial Affairs from Greece in Milan. In 2021, more than 75% of...
Main differences between Spanish and Italian olive oil
Differences between Spanish and Italian olive oil Olive oil options are many, and the olive oil section of a store can be challenging. How do you safely choose the bottle of EVOO with the best flavor and price? To begin with, like wine, it will depend mainly on the...
Huge drought attacks Spanish olive grove
Heat wave threatens olive oil production Italy is also experiencing its worst drought in 70 years, which is not helping the potential shortage. Now, scorching temperatures in Spain threaten olive oil. According to Travel + Leisure, an unprecedented heat wave, which...
Does Extra Virgin olive oil expire?
Olive oil expires a few months after birth. It's a shame, but it's the price to pay for such a fresh and "living" product. It is is composed of oleic acid (more than 70% depending on the variety) and other minor components, fatty acids and polyphenols. Oleic acid is a...