Olive

The history of olive oil dates back to 5000 B.C. Olive trees were introduced in Italy, specifically Sicily, through the movements and expansion of the… Read More »Did Olive Oil Originate In Italy?

Even though olive oil has a lower smoke point than other cooking oils, quality extra virgin olive oil is still a good option option for… Read More »Is It Safe To Use Extra Virgin Olive Oil For Cooking?

Greeks, Italians and Spanish have been cooking with extra virgin olive oil for centuries long and we don’t see any adverse effects arising from these… Read More »Do Italian Cook With Extra Virgin Olive Oil?

Tuscany has the optimal climate for olives, and the region is well known for excellent oil. However, many other regions in Italy produce quality oil,… Read More »Where Is Olive Oil Made In Italy?

Tuscany. Tuscany is known for producing some of the best Italian olive oil and here, you’ll come across olive oil with great depth of flavour.… Read More »Where In Italy Has The Best Olive Oil?

It is therefore no surprise that this basic ingredient in Italian cuisine boasts several Protected Designations of Origin or PDO (just like wine and cheese),… Read More »Is Olive Oil From Italy Good?

As to which country makes the best olive oil, there’s not a clear-cut answer. Italy, Spain, and Greece are probably the three most well-known, though… Read More »What Country Produces The Best Olive Oil?

Cold pressed olive oil is one of the best ways for the oil to hold onto its top nutrients, including healthy fats and antioxidants. Should… Read More »Should Olive Oil Be Cold Pressed?

Oils and Fats Northern Italians do use olive oil but not nearly as much as the Central and Southern Italians. Do Italians use olive oil… Read More »Do Northern Italians Use Olive Oil?

One of the great traditional divides in Italian cookery has been the use of cooking fats, with the North preferring butter and Central and Southern… Read More »Do Italians Cook With Butter Or Olive Oil?