News about Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Differences between olive tree and wild olive tree

The world of extra virgin olive oil is much larger than it seems, and at Olivarte we know there are many questions surrounding it. One of them is the difference between olive tree and wild olive tr...

Oleoteca: what it is, what it is for, and why it is key in the world of EVOO

At Olivarte, we experience extra virgin olive oil for what it is: a cultural, gastronomic, and sensory product of the highest quality. That’s why, beyond trying to gather a selection of the best E...

Guide on lampante olive oil

At Olivarte, we strive every day to select the  best extra virgin olive oils, and part of our work involves thoroughly understanding all the categories of oil that exist, including those that  are ...

Best Extra Virgin Olive Oils 2025-2026

Another year, the EVOOLEUM Guide 2026 has already published the list of the 100 best EVOOs in the world, created, as always, from a strict blind tasting by a world-renowned jury, who have evaluated...

Benefits of olive oil

Olive oil is much more than a vegetable fat. It is a nutritional jewel, a star ingredient of the Mediterranean diet, and a product deeply rooted in Spanish culinary culture. For centuries, it has b...

Difference between olive oil and sunflower oil: which to choose and why?

In Mediterranean cuisine, oil is not just an ingredient; it is an essential part of our culture, identity, and way of life. In Spain, olive oil is synonymous with tradition, health, and flavor, but...

What is the difference between 0.4 and 1 olive oil?

One of the main questions related to olive oil is the difference between 0.4 and 1 olive oil, which are the two most demanded and the ones we usually have in our homes, both allowing us to enjoy al...

What is first-pressed olive oil?

Today on the Olivarte blog, we want to write an article about first-pressed olive oil, one of the many types within the wide range of available oils, which stands out for its quality and its extrac...

What type of olive oil is the mildest?

Olive oil is considered one of the pillars of the Mediterranean diet and a true gastronomic gem. We can find a multitude of different olive oil flavors, aromas, and intensities that adapt to each c...

How is olive oil made?

Recognized both for its flavor and aroma, as well as for its nutritional benefits, olive oil is much more than just a simple ingredient; it is a golden liquid that permeates our cuisine and is cons...