Just like salt and pepper, extra virgin olive oil is a cooking staple—a kitchen wouldn’t feel complete without a bottle (or two). To determine the very best olive oils for all occasions ...

Shopping for olive oil is like shopping for wine: Any bottle can get the job done, and no grape — or olive in this case — is technically “better” than another, says Dino Borri, global vice ...

Taste is largely determined by the variety of the olive and its degree of ripeness when picked. Both the timing and method of harvesting have a huge impact on the finished oil. In autumn ...

Even as someone who cooks the vast majority of meals at home and goes through a lot of olive oil every week, I find that section of the grocery store overwhelming. Some hail from Greece ...

California is recognized for its top-tier production of olive oil. The state’s diverse topology, climate similar to that of the Mediterranean, and the unwavering commitment of its farmers ...

Given how pricey olive oil has gotten, you probably want to ensure you’re getting the best out of the liquid gold (well, okay, golden liquid). The International Olive Oil Council (IOC), a UN ...

The last time I headed down the aisles of my local supermarket to replenish supplies of olive oil, I did an almost cartoonish ...

Avocado oil and olive oil are both plant-based oils known for their health benefits. Avocado oil is extracted from the flesh of avocados and is rich in monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, and ...

Perhaps the most dramatic example has been the eye-watering rise in olive oil prices over the last year, which few middle-class shoppers would have failed to notice. The steep climb can be traced ...