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Jul. 1, 2024
Three Beloved Greek Dishes to Try This Summer
Fresh, seasonal ingredients are combined with the year’s extra virgin olive oil to create some of the most delicious summer dishes of Greek cuisine.
Jul. 1, 2024
New Cake Mixes Challenge Conventional Baking Wisdom
After three years of development, Estelle Sohne launched Flour & Olive to help everyday bakers replace butter with extra virgin olive oil in a range of cake recipes.
Sep. 6, 2023
In Australia, Mediterranean Diet Costs Less than Alternatives, Study Finds
Researchers found Australians could save 28 Australian dollars per week by following the Mediterranean diet.
May. 30, 2023
Dakos, the Cretan Meze, Is Having a Moment
Tomato, feta cheese and olive oil on a barley rusk make dakos a summer dish few can resist.
Apr. 24, 2023
Americans Find Cost of Food Biggest Barrier to a Healthy Diet, Survey Finds
Just fifteen percent of Americans are familiar with the Mediterranean diet’s health benefits, a Cleveland Clinic survey finds.
Feb. 15, 2023
Chefs Incorporate Insect-Based Foods in Mediterranean Cuisine
With the approval of the Europe's first cricket flour factory, chefs are seeking new ways to add a sustainable protein to traditional dishes.
Feb. 8, 2023 News Briefs
World Health Org. Set to Miss Deadline to Eliminate Trans Fats
Jan. 19, 2023 News Briefs
Dec. 13, 2022 Food & Cooking
Chefs in France Bring Extra Virgin Olive Oil to Christmas Dinners
Oct. 26, 2022 Food & Cooking
Feb. 11, 2022 Basics
Nov. 4, 2021
Lighten Thanksgiving with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Substituting butter and other fats for extra virgin olive oil is a great way to lighten your holiday menu while adding fresh flavors to the classics.
Jul. 29, 2021
New Synthetic Unsaturated Fat Stays Solid at Room Temperature
The discovery from researchers in Belgium may eventually replace palm oil and coconut oil in a range of edible and domestic products.
Apr. 16, 2021
Wild Edible Vegetables, a Hidden Gem of Greek Cuisine
Organic and always served with olive oil, wild veggies are a staple dish in Greece and a source of vitamins and nutrients.
Nov. 14, 2019
Healthy Foods Are More Environmentally Sustainable
A new study reveals a clear link between healthy food and environmental sustainability.
Mar. 4, 2019
Ban on Trans Fats in NYC Restaurants Reduces Cardiovascular Risk
A recently published study found that overall trans fat levels had fallen by around 57 percent and people who frequently dined out benefited from a greater decrease of around 62 percent.
Aug. 28, 2018
Mediterranean Diet May Improve Teens' Grades
A new study shows the consumption of the Mediterranean diet is associated with higher scores in core school subjects and verbal skills in adolescents.
Jan. 10, 2018
Two Eateries in Italy Extolling the Magic of EVOO
Filodolio in Rome and Olivia in Florence turn out culinary creations inspired by fresh ingredients and Italian olive oil excellence.
Jul. 29, 2014
Cereal for Breakfast? Pass the EVOO
Some high-profile culinary professionals have been topping their breakfast cereals with extra virgin olive oil.
Jun. 17, 2014
At 79, Sophia Loren still knows how to stun on the red carpet -- and one of her beauty secrets is olive oil.
May. 14, 2014
Movie Popcorn's Dramatic Twist
Palace Cinemas in Australia offers popcorn made with olive oil turning what many people class as “junk food” into a far healthier option.
Jun. 11, 2013
Researchers Recommend Vegetable Oils High in Omega 6
A study suggests soybean, canola and corn oil are heart healthy even though too much omega-6 is associated with several health conditions.
Apr. 6, 2013
Hojiblanca Develops Olive Oil with Rosemary Extract Said to be Better for Frying
Antioxidant titans rosemary extract and virgin olive oil together reduce harmful acrylamides, Spanish researchers say.
Jan. 22, 2013
Olive Oil Healthier and Tastier for Frying
New studies in Jaén, Spain suggest extra virgin olive oil is healthier, tastier and often cheaper than other oils when frying food.
Nov. 28, 2012
One of the best dietary fats is extra virgin olive oil. Here are a few ways to get your finicky eaters to like the taste of EVOO.
Aug. 13, 2012
An 'Oil Change' Helps Two Greek Companies Stay Ahead
Olive oil is now used by food companies in ready meals and food products in innovative ways signaling a turn to a healthier way of life.