Olive Oil Guide: Health, Tasting & Buying

Everything you need in one olive oil guide—how to taste it, what "extra virgin" really means, which health benefits are backed by science, and how to actually cook with it. From people who've spent years sourcing the real thing.

Does Olive Oil Go Bad? Shelf Life, Storage, and the Signs to Watch For

Yes — olive oil goes bad. How long EVOO actually lasts, how to store it for max freshness, and the signs it's time to toss the bottle.

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Olive Oil Smoke Point: The Real Numbers and Why It's Not the Right Question

The real smoke point of extra virgin olive oil — what published research actually says, why polyphenols matter more than the number on the chart, and what to cook with.

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Polyphenols in Olive Oil: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Find Them

Since we found our True Tuscan extra virgin olive oil, we knew it was special. Its robust, peppery taste delights the palate, lingering even after its left your mouth, and it’s the only extra virgin olive oil we’ve found in ten years of searching that is actually made mostly from olives native to Tuscany.

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Can You Fry with Olive Oil?

Many of us have been led to believe that olive oil should be reserved for salad dressings or a finishing drizzle over meals. But did you know that not only is it safe to cook with olive oil, it is actually one of the most nutrient-dense, stable fats you can use? This article from Authority Nutrition …

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What Makes Olive Oil “Extra Virgin?”

What makes olive oil “extra virgin?” Lately, Extra Virgin Olive Oil has been getting a lot of attention in the news, from its cancer-fighting benefits to mafia-run fraud in Italy. But what exactly makes oil “extra virgin?” Does it matter? The term “extra virgin” refers to the finest grade of olive oil made from the …

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