Olive

While it’s similar in thickness to Italian oil, Spanish olives tend to produce an oil that is much more yellow in appearance than their cousins.… Read More »What Makes Spanish Olive Oil Different?

The oil comes from the first pressing of the olives, and no chemicals or hot water are added during processing. Acidity levels are below 0.8… Read More »How Is Olive Oil Made In Greece?

Kalamon (Kalamata) Perhaps the most famous type of Greek olive is the large Kalamon variety, which is better known as Kalamata (from the name of… Read More »What Olives Are Used In Greek Olive Oil?

In fact, a good portion of the olive oil marketed as “made in Italy” is not actually made in Italy. Instead, it comes from Syria,… Read More »Is Italian Olive Oil Real?

Italian olive oil benefits health. A wide range of international studies (see for example ‘Diet, nutrition and the prevention of chronic diseases : report of… Read More »Is Italian Olive Oil Good For You?

If a recipe calls for olive oil, as many do, you can use extra-virgin or regular olive oil. It’s up to you, and largely based… Read More »Does It Matter What Kind Of Olive Oil You Use?

Smell, taste and sight comes under this parameter. These aspects are observed by the consumer and provides a great help in determining the quality of… Read More »What Are The 3 Parameters Of A Good Olive Oil?

This quality blend of extra virgin olive oils is “cold pressed” for a naturally full-bodied fruity flavor. Use straight from the bottle on salads, pasta,… Read More »Is Bertolli Olive Oil Extra Virgin?

Bertolli Extra Light Bertolli Extra Light olive oil is great for baking or when you’re cooking Asian food and don’t want olive oil’s bitter aftertaste… Read More »Can I Use Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil For Cooking?

As you certainly know, Italians do not eat olive oil as such, but use it for cooking and dressing, besides as an ingredient of some… Read More »What Do Italians Do With Olive Oil?