Pressing Times, The Olive Oil Source Newsletter

IOC Campaign "Adds Some Life" to Olive Oil Awareness

– by Caroline J. Beck, Editor

Olive oil usage in the United States continues to grow at a steady pace but, as many producers and marketers understand, it is still an uphill battle to educate the public about the health benefits and many uses of Read more >>

Four New Ingredients for the Winter Pantry

NEW HARVEST OLIO NUOVO

The most exciting time of our year is harvest time when the new season’s olive oil starts pouring from the press. But the freshest flavor extra virgin Read more >>

Tom Mueller: The Olive Oil Industry’s Own Private Eye

– as told to Caroline J. Beck

Tom Mueller is probably best known for his undercover work that cracked the practice of importing fraudulently-labeled olive oil wide open with the publication of his article entitled Slippery Business in Read more >>

Olive Oil Makes You Happy

– by Caroline J. Beck

It has long been acknowledged that eating healthy foods reduces the likelihood of diseases like cancer and coronary heart disease. But now, with the latest stage of research conducted by the SUN project from Spain, it is clear that eating a Read more >>

Mythology 101: The Greatest Gift

– by Carol Firenze, The Passionate Olive

As we get ready to embark on yet another gift-giving season, exploring new ways to show your appreciation for friends and family can be found through a fascinating history lesson. Read more >>

The Importance of 12 and 1.2

– by Caroline J. Beck

A few years ago, the North Carolina University Extension published a report on grocery store shopping habits. The results were very telling. Consumers only spend 12 seconds in a grocery aisle section before moving on to another area. And they only look at 1.2 products on average before deciding on a brand. Read more >>

Holiday Shopping Day Countdown

– by Caroline J. Beck

Before the panic sets in about what to take as a hostess gift to a holiday soirée or what to get that person who already has just about everything, simplify your life and “add some life” to theirs. Read more >>

Butternut Squash Gratin with Dates and Pistachios

– by Caroline J. Beck

There is something rich and wonderful about the simplicity of squash. Roasting brings out all the natural sugars and deep, rich colors that makes it one of my favorite dishes for Thanksgiving. This rendition adds a bit of sweet and savory taste to the meal with the unexpected addition of pistachios and Medjool dates. Read more >>

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IOC Campaign "Adds Some Life" to Olive Oil Awareness

Four New Ingredients for the Winter Pantry

Tom Mueller: The Olive Oil Industry’s Own Private Eye

Olive Oil Makes You Happy

Mythology 101: The Greatest Gift

The Importance of 12 and 1.2

Holiday Shopping Day Countdown

Butternut Squash Gratin with Dates and Pistachios

November Pressing Matters