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Upstart Albea Blanca strikes gold
Though no one would doubt his level of intellect, it might seem a bit of a stretch to imagine that an aerospace and aviation expert could become an award-winning extra virgin olive oil purveyor in just one year. Yet that’s exactly what Spain’s Alfonso Palazuelo did.
Experts discuss challenges and opportunities around food fraud
FoodQualityNews gathered four industry experts for an online forum to talk about food fraud last week. Below is a taster of what they said. Is anyone surprised that there was a seminar on olive oil after the forum – Ed?
‘Believe in Olive Oil’ campaign to launch in Japan
The International Olive Council (IOC) has announced plans to launch its “Believe in Oil” campaign in Tokyo on July 2, 2015. According to the latest IOC newsletter, the launch will include a series of events, starting with a press conference for Japanese media which...
Olive Oil 101: Sensory Tasting, Production & Culinary Use
In this tasting, participants can experience the difference high-quality extra virgin olive oils can make, with flavors ranging from intense and robust to mild, creamy and buttery. The class will explore olive oil's history, mythology, production process, health...
Expert nutrionist shares her top fats and oils to use in the kitchen
One of the most polarising debates I've seen lately is that concerning which fats and oils to include in your diet. So I thought I'd share with you what I'm using and what I'm not in terms of cooking, and the reasons behind this. Mainstays in my kitchen - olive oil:...