Guide to Extra Virgin Olive Oil Terminology

We understand there is a lot of terminology on olive oil packaging and messaging that get thrown around. Some sound similar, some need more context; leaving consumers wondering what it really means and does it matter? We’re here to break it down for you so you can make the best purchase for your palate.

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Grand Cru Pistachio and Nepitella Crusted Rack of Lamb

A frenched rack of lamb under a vividly green Sicilian pistachio and nepitella crust, the dried wild herb first bloomed in Bona Furtuna Grand Cru to draw out its minty perfume. Seared and roasted to a rosy medium-rare, finished with more Grand Cru, and carved into chops with charred fennel.

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This Guy Cooks' Olive Oil & Saffron Poached Pears

An elegant close to a winter meal, these olive oil and saffron poached pears draw their warmth from saffron and vanilla bean, finished with a silky pour of estate extra virgin olive oil for a dessert that feels both refined and comforting.

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Myth Busting: Your Cooking With Olive Oil Questions, Answered

Used at restaurants, fast-casual establishments, in mass-produced products and at home, we encounter oils everywhere we eat. Many conventional highly processed oils can have long lasting negative health effects when consumed in excess. A staple in the Mediterranean diet, extra virgin olive oil is one of the healthiest options you can cook with. We've answered a few of the most commonly asked questions we receive about cooking with olive oil to help you make the shift to cooking with olive oil every day.

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The Power of Polyphenols in Olive Oil: What You Need To Know

Rich in polyphenols and monounsaturated fats, pure cold pressed extra virgin olive oil contains a multitude of health benefits. Adding exquisite flavor and healthful function, we've broken down the information you need to understand what polyphenols are, how they show up in olive oil, and why they're important.
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Italian Pork Chops with Sweet Pepper Pesto Corn Succotash

A corn succotash with Sweet Pepper Pesto lays a light and flavorful foundation for this dish, allowing seared pork chops to add depth and fat while the vibrant, acidic salsa verde brightens it. The perfect combination of bold flavors to create a balanced dish that scores a 10/10 every time. 

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The Perfect Pasta al Limone

Bright, creamy and effusively savory, Pasta al Limone is one of the best easy weeknight pasta recipes you'll discover. With just the right balance of acidity, fat, and texture it's a dangerously crave-able dish.
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How To Celebrate The Holidays Like An Italian

Everything in the Italian way of life is intended to foster and appreciate connection - connection between people, and connection between people and the land and the traditions that bring the food to our tables and celebrations. Let this guide help you to embrace every shared moment together and celebrate the holidays like an Italian.
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