Did you know that an olive oil sommelier is a genuine profession? A sommelier is a word associated with wine, but there are, in fact, olive oil counterparts. Olive oil is a valuable and much-used commodity. It comes in various different forms, and quality is paramount. In this article, we will talk about the role…
Like all plants, olive trees attract pests, especially when in fruit. In this article, I will be talking about how to protect olive trees from pests. We will cover all the different methods and explain which are preferable. I would like to begin by looking at natural ways of protecting your olive trees from pests,…
Olive trees have undergone a boost in popularity of late. So much so that many people are choosing to grow bonsai olive trees indoors. Are you interested in how to turn an olive tree into bonsai? Then read on because we are about to give you a guide to growing your own bonsai olive tree….
As I stated on the About Me page, I don’t publish sponsored posts without disclosing it first. This is a sponsored post, but I personally love the idea of Oleista, and that’s why I decided to share their story with you. Hope you’ll enjoy it! The harsh reality facing the olive sector has made it…
Have you ever wondered how olive trees grow or how long they live? In this article, we will be looking at the life cycle of an olive tree, which is important to understand if you want to grow these wonderful plants. We’ll begin by looking at how olive trees progress from germination to maturity and…
When we think of the Mediterranean, we think of olives. With a rich history dating thousands of years, olives are an essential ingredient for cuisines worldwide, but their application is much more versatile, and they go up and beyond the kitchen table. This article will explore the fabulous and intricate journey of olives and how…
Olives and olive oil are widely used in cooking. If you grow olive trees, you may benefit from knowing more about how they are pollinated. Put simply, pollination is where pollen is transferred by either an insect, an animal, or the wind, between plants. It allows fertilization and the production of fruit – in this…
Olive trees are undoubtedly among the largest and sturdiest trees on the planet. They have an average lifespan of up to 500 years, but the resilience and sturdiness of these trees make some of them live for over a thousand years. Growing one is, therefore, very rewarding, but it is crucial to understand and remember…
Olives are a popular addition to regular dishes – pizza, for example – but what I’m looking at here are 5 unusual uses of olives in gourmet cooking. Did you know that you can use olives in desserts? Or what about getting into molecular cooking, crazy as it may seem! The simple fact is olives…
Many people think that brining is a preserve for proteins and not fruits like olives, only because proteins are among the most significant culprits of food poisoning. However, if you are an avid olives consumer, you appreciate that brining olives prolongs their shelf-life. Besides, olive brining is one way of eliminating oleuropein, the substance in…
