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How Italian is Italian olive oil, really?
When people think of good extra virgin olive oil, many automatically think of Italy. Tuscany, Umbria, or Puglia immediately evoke images of rolling hills, ancient olive trees, and artisan producers. Yet, the reality is more surprising than many people realize. A significant portion of the olive oil sold worldwide as Italian olive oil actually originates, in whole or in part, from Spain. This doesn't mean that Italian olive oil is bad. On the contrary. But it does show how the international olive oil market truly works. As the owner of Casa Gomez, I regularly visit producers in Spain. My family...
Healthy olive oil: why Señoríos de Relleu's 1st Harvest Day is so special
Short answer: healthy olive oil is extra virgin olive oil with a high content of natural antioxidants, including polyphenols and oleocanthal. The 1st Harvest Day by Agatha Ruiz de la Prada by Señoríos de Relleu is among the most exclusive Spanish extra virgin olive oils due to its early harvest, high polyphenol content, exceptionally low acidity, and international awards. More and more people are looking for healthy olive oil, not only for its taste but also for the natural antioxidants present in high-quality extra virgin olive oil. One of the best examples of this is the exclusive 1st Harvest Day...
Olive oil under pressure: how climate change is affecting Andalusian olive oil
Written by: Niels van Rijn Olive oil has become an indispensable part of our daily lives: a drizzle on a salad, a dip alongside a sandwich, or incorporated into various cosmetics. Yet, this "liquid gold" conceals a growing problem. The olive oil sector in Andalusia is under increasing pressure due to climate change. What does this mean for Spanish olive growers and, ultimately, for our wallets? Endless rows of olive trees bearing countless olives ready for cultivation. Around the Spanish city of Jaén (Andalusia, southern Spain), you can't miss them. "With over 66 million olive trees covering 550,000 hectares (more...
Which olive oil is best? A brief explanation of Spanish extra virgin olive oil.
Are you looking for the best olive oil , genuine Spanish olive oil , or simply the tastiest olive oil for cooking ? You're not alone. More and more people are specifically seeking high-quality extra virgin olive oil, especially from Spain, and for good reason. Spain is the world's largest producer and is known for olive oils of unparalleled flavor and quality. In this article, we explain what to look for, which olive oil is best suited to your kitchen, and why Casa Gomez Spanish olive oil is an excellent choice for both cold use and for frying and roasting....
