New Australian research shows that just four tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil daily can reduce blood pressure.
Olives a new taste in gin for martini lovers
Cobram Estate has collaborated with Four Pillars distillery to create a unique gin flavoured with olive leaves and olive oil.
NSW DPI olive oil panel back in action
Olive oil producers can have their 2020 harvest classified now that the NSW DPI sensory panel has been reconvened after COVID-19 temporarily forced it to shut down.
How do Australian oils compare?
We all know that Australian olive oils are world class, but you might be surprised to find out just how good they really are.
2019 WA Olive Awards winners announced
The winners of the awards were announced at a dinner held on Saturday, October 12. More than 70 people attended the dinner to celebrate the 2019 competition. Chief Steward, Anj Walla, said the competition this year was ‘truly amazing’. There were…
How to produce table olives safely: a new book
How to process olives straight from the tree. This booklet explains in simple terms what is involved in making a food safe product.
Classic sofrito
It's easy to make a classic sofrito-style sauce full of healthy polyphenols from olive oil and vegetables. Sofrito is a basic tomato sauce that is made all over Spain. It's easy to put together—simply sauté tomatoes, onions, garlic, and green peppers in…
Cooking vegetables in olive oil boosts anti-inflammatory properties
New research has found that cooking vegetables using the sofrito method enhances their anti-inflammatory properties.
Extra virgin olive oil misses out on Health Star upgrade
Olive oil has been short-changed within Australia’s Health Star Rating (HSR) system despite a five-year review of the program. It’s prompted the Australian Olive Association (AOA) to call for a regulated exemption of edible oils from the HSR system. The…