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 Greek olive oil exports went to Italy in bulk. […]
Olive oil exports to Germany In the first half of this year, Spain exported more than 13,000 tons of olive oil to Germany, representing an increase of 32% compared to the same period last year. In addition, Spain supplies 30% of all olive oils sold in Germany, compared to only 14% a decade ago. During […]
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 has been dubbed “Zoe”, is depressing olive production. If there is no relief in […]
Drinking olive oil The US FDA recommends consuming 2 tablespoons of olive oil per day. Most already cook with olive oil, but others choose to consume it immediately, even if it may seem eccentric. However, many Mediterranean countries swear by the practice as a health elixir, and lately it seems to be trending in the […]
Authenticity, Traceability, and Safety of Olive Oil Growing consumer interest in high-quality EVOO has led to the development of sound scientific methods for its traceability. The growing demand for extra virgin olive oil, prized for its unique organoleptic properties and health benefits, has led to various fraudulent practices to maximize profits, including dilution with lower-value […]
Why isn’t olive oil vegan? Many people probably think that olive oil is definitely vegan. But even with this healthy and popular oil, you need to be careful if you want to follow a 100% vegan diet. Unfortunately, olive oil isn’t a vegan product per se – like many other plant-based foods. There are possible […]
Extra Virgin Olive Oil: An Alternative to Sunflower Oil The selection of olive oils is vast. But not everything that glitters on the shelves as top quality is gold. Experts explain what’s important about olive oil and how it enhances dishes. When buying extra virgin olive oil, many people often feel overwhelmed. But top quality […]
Extra Virgin Olive Oil You can hardly find a traditional cooking oil in German supermarkets these days. Olive oil, however, is available. However, there are a number of beliefs surrounding its production and nutritional properties, both false and true. It cannot be heated, it contains less fat than other vegetable oils… How can you separate […]
Where does olive oil come from? The origin of olive oil is along the Mediterranean Levantine coasts, in Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, and Israel. It was in these areas where olive oil was first extracted from wild olives (wild olive oil). It is part of the history of Mediterranean culture, as well as the evolution of […]
Refined olive oil Hot pressing and extraction with solvents enable significantly higher yields from the plant, but the resulting oil must then be “refined,” meaning it must be purified of undesirable constituents. This destroys not only vitamins and polyunsaturated fatty acids, but also the aroma. Many people suspect that olive oil is unhealthy if heated […]
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, the Ancient Superfood Olive oil, the ancient superfood? Anyone who owns Israeli olive oil enjoys its origin, land, history, and fine olive oil, which is guaranteed not to be mixed. Israel produces 18,000 tons of fresh olive oil annually, and is considered a popular ingredient in the kitchen, with annual per […]
Nutritional Value of Extra Virgin Olive Oil The nutritional value of extra virgin olive oil is very rich, containing fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. It also contains organic compounds called polyphenols. Spain is the country where the largest amount of olive oil in the world is produced. Among the different qualities, “extra virgin” is of […]
Where do you throw away used oil? Where do you throw away used oil? That’s the big question! It’s a big mistake to throw used frying oil down the sink. We should wait for the used oil to cool before placing it in a plastic soda or mineral water bottle. We will then throw the […]
1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil: Calories The calories in olive oil suppress appetite. In fact, the trendy diets Shangri-La and Body for Life recommend taking a teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil as an appetite suppressant. Studies show that the satiating effect of olive oil calories in people who have taken EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive […]
Does olive oil go off? 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 monounsaturated […]
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