How Olive Oil Was Made in 1968 (and the Line at Minute 9 That Still Rings True)

A scene-by-scene look at “Olivares andaluces” (NO-DO, 1968): knocking the olives from the branches with long poles, the pickers’ folk songs, the traditional esparto-mat press, and the line at minut...

The Nutritional Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)

The importance of the Mediterranean diet, and especially the nutritional benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, is recognized around the world. Several researchers have confirmed that Extra Virgin ...

What Sets Extra Virgin Olive Oil Apart from the Rest? (II)

In the first part of this article, we looked at the differences between natural and refined Olive Oil, as well as the various blends created during production. In this article, we'll explore the di...

Why Is Puente Genil Olive Oil Among the Best in the World?

On 15 October 1935, the National Association of Olive Growers awarded a town in Córdoba a title it had never given to anyone before: OPTIMI OLEI EMPORIUM. Legend has it they gave it to them so they...

What Sets Extra Virgin Olive Oil Apart from the Rest? (I)

There's a lot of confusion about olive oil quality grades — and it's particularly hard to tell a genuinely good Extra Virgin Olive Oil apart from the rest. Let's shed some light on the differences ...