True or False!?
They say olive oil oxidizes ... = True!
- The main factors that cause olive oil to oxidize are:
Air (oxygen)
Light
Heat
So, remember to buy:
- Opaque bottles, because transparency is only good for your eyes!
- It's better to opt for smaller containers unless you're a professional chef or a large consumer of olive oil!
- Olive oil should be stored between 10°C and 22°C. Don’t leave it near a heat source.
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From Olive to Tin – Episode 5
From the ripening of the fruit to oil extraction, discover the different stages that transform an olive into exceptional olive oil.
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At the Heart of the Olive - Episode 4
Before becoming an oil-bearing olive, the fruit first develops its pit and gradually grows its flesh. Discover an essential stage in the secret life of an olive.
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The Birth of an Olive – Episode 3
A flower has been fertilized. A tiny fruit begins to appear. Discover fruit set and why the olive tree naturally drops some of its young fruits.
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