How can I determine an extra virgin olive oil’s harvest date?
To ensure you have the freshest EVOO, it is best to buy olive oil produced from the most recent harvest (so the previous...
Is extra virgin olive oil good until its expiration date?
Olive oil starts deteriorating the minute the olive is pulled from the tree, and whether the resulting extra virgin olive oil remains of...
What are the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil?
The potential health benefits of extra virgin olive oil are numerous, with studies thus far showing that it may help to prevent breast...
How do I know if an extra virgin olive oil is good?
There are many ways to ensure that you are getting a high-quality extra virgin olive oil. Some of them include: buying EVOO from...
Is “light olive oil” healthier?
No. Olive oil labeled as “Light olive oil” has been refined and has therefore been stripped of its healthiest properties (not to mention...
Is green olive oil better?
No. Color is not an indicator of quality or freshness. Read more on our Olive Oil Myths page.
Should I wait to use my olive oil?
No. Olive oil is a fresh fruit juice and starts to deteriorate the minute the olives are picked from the tree. Consume your...
Can I cook with olive oil?
Absolutely! Contrary to popular belief, the smoke point of extra virgin olive oil is quite high. Read more on our Olive Oil Myths...
What is extra virgin olive oil?
Extra virgin olive oil is the highest grade of olive oil, and is made from only olives, and milled by mechanical process that...