May. 30, 2013
Survey Reveals Surprising Views Toward Olive Oil
Despite a common refrain that olive oil should not be used for cooking, consumers do it anyway, according to a survey by the UC Davis Olive Center.
May. 29, 2013
Council Says New Chemical Limits Will Improve Olive Oil Quality
Tighter chemical parameters for virgin olive oils are among measures approved this week by the International Olive Council.
May. 21, 2013
Cristiano Tomei: Instinct and Madness
At L'Imbuto restaurant, chef Cristiano Tomei proposes a cuisine based on quality, simple ingredients and a great creativity.
May. 10, 2013 World
USDA Researchers Develop New Tests for Olive Oil Adulteration
Apr. 26, 2013 World
Italy Triumphs at New York International Olive Oil Competition
Apr. 26, 2013 World
Australia and New Zealand Shine at International Olive Oil Competition
Apr. 25, 2013 World
Apr. 25, 2013 World
U.S. Producers Win Big at International Olive Oil Competition
Apr. 22, 2013
For Van Gogh, Olive Trees 'Too Beautiful to Dare Paint'
Olive trees have provided not just a source of nourishment for the body but a source of inspiration for the soul.
Apr. 20, 2013
Awards Gala Honors World’s Top Olive Oil Producers
After a press conference to announce the winners of the New York International Olive Oil Competition, the program closed with an awards gala at the International Culinary Center.
Apr. 18, 2013
World’s Best Olive Oils Unveiled in New York
The top three winning countries taking home the most overall awards include Italy, with 83 awards, Spain, with 51 awards, and the United States, with 36 awards.
Apr. 18, 2013
An Olive Oil Tasting at Fairway Market
Steve Jenkins is the cheesemonger and master merchant for Fairway Market, but he refers to himself as a “student of olive oil.”
Apr. 17, 2013
Students in Crete Learn About Olives
A new initiative in Crete teaches young students to love olive trees and appreciate the benefits of olive oil
Apr. 16, 2013
New York Seminars Explore Olive Oil Culture, Health and Quality
The New York International Olive Oil Competition began today with speakers addressing a full house at the International Culinary Center.
Apr. 12, 2013
Writer Carol Drinkwater Chronicles Olive Heritage
Drinkwater spoke at the University of California at Davis Olive Center, tracing the history of olive trees throughout the Mediterranean.
Apr. 11, 2013
New Seal Program Aims to Regain Consumer Confidence
The Extra Virgin Alliance says it will test olive oils on store shelves to improve the supply chain and restore consumer trust.
Apr. 8, 2013
Olive Oil Used to Traffic Illegal Drugs
Australian police have brought down a network of traffickers who were using Spanish olive oil to transport shipments of the drug ecstacy.
Apr. 4, 2013
Orobailén Named 'Spain’s Best Olive Oil Mill'
A promotional project uniting Catalonia, Valencia and Aragon is among those recently awarded prizes for spreading the culture of olive oil.
Apr. 3, 2013
Italy's OlioCru Wins Top Prize in L.A.
Scripps College, Isern & Sons and Apollo Olive Oil won Best of Show awards in the domestic division, and Italy’s OlioCru won the top honor.
Mar. 31, 2013
Julian Medina's 'Toloache' to Feature Elite Olive Oils
Medina will show how extra virgin olive oils can enhance and elevate his contemporary Mexican cuisine.
Mar. 28, 2013
This book has everything scientific you’d ever need to know about olives and olive oil, and yet it doesn’t wear you down.
Mar. 22, 2013
New World Fails in Push to Raise Campesterol Limit for Olive Oil
New World producers have again failed in a bid to raise the limit for campesterol in olive oil, which they say acts as a trade barrier.
Mar. 21, 2013
Appliance Easily Makes Soap from Used Household Oil
A patented appliance transforms used kitchen oil, including olive oil, into biodegradable soap in a practical and safe way.