Tasting Extra Virgin Olive Oils EVOO Tasting extra virgin olive oil EVOO. Extra Virgin Olive Oils are like wine, offering a range of flavors that varies based on olive type, harvest time, growing region and other factors. The International Olive Council (IOC) in Madrid, Spain, certifies...
Characteristics of Orange Trees Characteristics of orange trees. Classic oranges (Citrus sinensis), mandarin oranges (C. reticulate) and tangelos (C. reticulate x C.maxima) share similar characteristics. These evergreen trees bring dense shade to your yard year-round. They produce tasty fruit, grow at a steady pace of two...
Olive Oil: The Perfect Choice For All Cuisines Olive oil: Tthe perfect choice for all cuisines. For generations of European families, olive oil has been the cooking oil of choice for home chefs. But how does olive oil compare when used in traditional recipes from other...
Vegetables Cooked in Extra Virgin Olive Oil Vegetables cooked in extra virgin olive oil.A study published in the Journal of Food Chemistry found that the phenols and antioxidants from extra virgin olive oil are transferred to vegetables cooked in it, thereby increasing the nutrition content of...
Safe to Cook with Extra Virgin Olive Oil? Safe to cook with extra virgin olive oil? Many people believe that it is not a good idea to cook with extra virgin olive oil. Several scientific studies have proven over the years that this myth is simply...
Olive Oil Health Benefits update Olive Oil Health Benefits update. Olive oil is good for us--so good that it is considered both a healthy food and a delicious medicine! There are so many articles about the scientific evidence for the health benefits of extra virgin olive...
olive grove enviroment & natural biodiversity Olive grove enviroment & natural biodiversity. Biodiversity is a coined term for the diversity of species of plants, animals, bacteria and microorganisms that live in a given space. The biodiversity that exists today on planet Earth is the product of...
Greek Olive Oil ranked the Best in World Greek Olive Oil ranked the Best in World. Olive oil, the “Golden Liquid”, it has been part of Greek history since antiquity. It was regarded a basic and irreplaceable nutritional component of Greeks, helping to protect health and...
Classic tomato & basil spaghetti Classic tomato & basil spaghetti Ingredients 1 bunch of fresh basil 1 medium onion 2 cloves of garlic 1 kg ripe tomatoes , or 2 x 400g tins of quality chopped tomatoes Gourmet olive oil by Mavroudis 1 tablespoon red wine...
Traditional baked Greek Pastichio Traditional baked Greek Pastichio. Greek food relies heavily on olive oil, wine, fish, and lamb. Because of the terrain, goats and sheep are more commonly raised, so beef dishes are rare. Olives, cheeses (especially feta!), and yogurt are also popular ingredients in...
