PDO stands for Protected Designation of Origin and consists of using the name of a region to designate a product originating from it, whose characteristics come from the geographical environment and specific requirements of that place. It can be for olive oils,...
Just like it’s great for adults, olive oil can be a safe and healthy component of your baby’s diet – after they turn 6 months old. Olive oil is loaded with monounsaturated fatty acids (some of which are also found naturally in breast milk, including oleic...
Did you know that the color of the olive oil is not a quality parameter? During official tastings, the jury uses blue glasses precisely to avoid being influenced by this factor. It determines the stage of ripening of the olive. Greener olive oils are usually from...
If you prefer organic olive oil, here are two excellent options from Trás-os-Montes: In the can you’ll find a balanced olive oil, medium fruity with a slightly bitter and spicy taste. If you like a more intense oil, then the Gold Edition is for you. It is also...
The level of intensity of the olive oil depends a lot on the product. Here are 3 examples for different tastes: Spicy olive oil is an oil whose spiciness comes from the variety of olives and / or time of harvest. If picked green, the olives tend to produce a more...
Not every type of olive tree produces fruits that are apt to be table olives. For this, they must have a good amount of pulp, which must be firm and easy to detach from the pit, and thin skin.The opposite also happens. Negrinha de Freixo is a variety whose...
