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…
Olives are incredibly healthy, and in my opinion, everyone should start consuming more olives. Because of that, I decided to share with you five ways I incorporate olives into my everyday diet. Key Takeaways: Importance of Including Olives In a Daily Diet Due to the unique substances they contain, olives are a real ace in…
The health properties of olive oil make it one of the most versatile oils you can have in your home. Its therapeutic properties are especially beneficial for body massage. In this guide, you’ll learn how to use olive oil for body massage and its benefits for the body and for the skin. How To Use…
I’ve heard people using olive oil as sunscreen at least a hundred times. And while that sounded great, I deeply researched all the pros and cons and decided to share my findings with you. Key Takeaways: Can You Use Olive Oil As a Sunscreen? The simple answer is while you can, it’s not the best…
Olive oil is healthier than you may think. Here are 15 benefits of extra virgin olive oil. 1. EVOO Is Great To Use For Cooking Extra virgin olive oil is a versatile cooking oil. Its intense nutty flavor, aroma, and high smoking point make it the ideal oil for cooking under high heat. You can…
According to scientific studies, dormancy is essential for a bountiful olive harvest. If you’ve been wondering how to improve fruit production on olive trees, you may be interested in this. Here is some information on olive tree dormancy and why it may affect your yields. Key Takeaways: What Is Olive Tree Dormancy? Although olive trees…
If you have ever wondered about all the steps needed to make a bottle of high-quality olive oil, you’re in the right place. I’ve been through the whole process multiple times, and decided to share with you a full olive oil production process. I’ll write it in a simple way so you can understand everything,…
Have you ever thought of olives and what they are? These savory, tasty fruits packed with oleic acid, a valuable component of olive oil, are often called vegetables. But is this the right way to refer to them? Is olive a fruit or a vegetable? In this article, we will find out what olives are…
Infused olive oils have a different shelf life than typical olive oils. The reason is that the herbs and spices speed up the oxidation, shortening the shelf life of infused olive oil. In this post, I’ll show you how long infused olive oils last, which ones last the longest, and some key steps you can…
