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Smoke Point Of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Smoke Point Of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

July 13, 2023

What is the "smoke point" of Extra Virgin Olive Oil? And, is it safe to cook with it?

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7 Reasons to Add Extra Virgin Olive Oil to Your Dog's Diet

7 Reasons to Add Extra Virgin Olive Oil to Your Dog's Diet

February 13, 2023

Always consult your veterinarian when considering adding anything to the diet of your furry friend, but read below the fabulous health benefits! 

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Olive Oil Dog Biscuits

Olive Oil Dog Biscuits

February 01, 2023

This recipe was adapted from King Arthur Flour's Dog Biscuit recipe which contains wheat, and no extra virgin olive oil. Here, it is modified it to contain olive oil, mostly organic ingredients, and no wheat products. High-quality extra virgin olive oil is extremely beneficial for overall canine health including coat, skin and joint wellness. And your dog will love these healthy treats!

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Dr. Mary Flynn's Presentation on Health Benefits of EVOO

Dr. Mary Flynn's Presentation on Health Benefits of EVOO

October 02, 2022

With October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, we take this opportunity to highlight healthful findings about extra virgin olive oil as presented by Dr. Mary Flynn: professor, research dietician, and co-author of the book The Pink Ribbon Diet: A Revolutionary New Weight Loss Plan to Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk (2010).

 

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Olive Oil Chemisty Terminology

Olive Oil Chemisty Terminology

July 13, 2022

Becoming intimately familiar with a particular extra virgin olive oil's flavor characteristics and chemistry i.e. antioxidant content, oleic acid, FFA, and crush date will help you make an educated decision about which olive oil is right for you. Here is some terminology to help!

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Citrus Olive Oil Candle

Citrus Olive Oil Candle

January 03, 2022

Citrus is in season, and perhaps you would like a unique idea for decorating your winter charcuterie spread. This lovely ornament requires only two simple "ingredients" - citrus fruit and an olive oil of your choice!

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What to Do With Solidified Olive Oil?

What to Do With Solidified Olive Oil?

December 13, 2021

Hopefully you've heard: Don't refrigerate your extra virgin olive oil. But what happens if it solidifies simply because it's cold in your kitchen? Not to worry! Read up on it here.

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Confusion About Fusion vs. Infusion

Confusion About Fusion vs. Infusion

July 24, 2020

Our supplier, Veronica Foods, addresses some confusion surrounding the terms FUSED and INFUSED, and hopefully sheds light on the two different processes used to add fresh flavor to our Ultra Premium extra virgin olive oils.

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Butter to Olive Oil Conversion Chart

Butter to Olive Oil Conversion Chart

October 16, 2019

The holidays are coming, along with richer meals than we are used to. Cooking with EVOO in place of butter is a great way to reduce saturated fats and increase healthy antioxidants in your recipes! It is not a 1:1 swap, however. Here is a handy Butter to Olive Oil Conversion Chart. For that luscious, familiar flavor, try using our Butter Infused olive oil in your recipes.

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