Tag: Olive

Many olives have an enzyme called catechol oxidase that causes them to change from a green to a red-brown to a black, but some just stay green or black. But at all of these stages, they are too bitter though not toxic to eat, because of a chemical called oleuropein, which also has anti-microbial properties. […]

Lots of people ask us do olives grow on trees? Yes, you CAN grow olive tree plants! Growing olive trees in the backyard orchard or in a container is not only possible, but easy and very rewarding. Are olives a tree or bush? The olive tree, Olea europaea, is an evergreen tree or shrub native […]

As Foodiosity notes, most olives are grown in the Mediterranean and the biggest olive oil producers hail from this region as well; therefore, U.S. consumers are paying the price of an import, and a valuable one at that. Which are the best olives black or green? “There are no nutritional differences between green and black […]

The indigenous olive tree (wild olive tree) first appeared in the eastern Mediterranean but it was in Greece that it was first cultivated. Are olive trees Greek? The Olive tree is one of the most beloved, sacred trees and its place is firmly rooted in Ancient Greek tradition and mythology. Traditionally, the Olive tree is […]

Olives are cultivated in many regions of the world with Mediterranean climates, such as South Africa, Chile, Peru, Pakistan, Australia, Oregon, and California, and in areas with temperate climates such as New Zealand. Which country is the largest producer of olive? SpainIn 2019-20, world production of olive oil was 3.2 million metric tons (3.5 million […]

In a group of healthy, but obese adults, eating olive oil at least once a week was associated with less platelet activity in the blood, which may reduce the tendency of blood to clot and block blood flow, according to preliminary research presented at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology and Prevention | Does olive oil […]

Store it properly Olive oil should not be stored next to the stove as this exposes the oil to consistent heat. It is also not recommended to store oil in the refrigerator because condensation within the bottle may lead to off flavors. Store your oil in a cool, dark cabinet or pantry. Does refrigerating olive […]

4:12-13). Just like the poor olives, we too must be crushed, beaten down, and humbled, so that we can produce much good fruit for God’s Kingdom! Do you like being trodden upon? Mashed down? What does the Bible say about olives? The first reference to the olive is to the leaf (Genesis 8:11). By seeing […]

Olive oil is produced in the mesocarp cells, and stored in a particular type of vacuole called a lipo vacuole, i.e., every cell contains a tiny olive oil droplet. Olive oil extraction is the process of separating the oil from the other fruit contents (vegetative extract liquid and solid material). What part of the olive […]

Can you make olive oil at home? Yes, you can make your own olive oil at home by using fresh raw olive fruits, ideally just picked from the olive tree. After you remove pits and squeeze the pulp, you get extra virgin olive oil made at home. Is it worth it to make your own […]

The main chemical composition of olive oil is composed of fatty acid glycerides and non-glycerides. Glycerolipids are primarily from saturated fatty acids and unsaturated fatty acids, linoleic acid, linolenic acid, and heptadecenoic acid. What is the main oil in olive oil? oleic acidOlive Oil Is Rich in Healthy Monounsaturated Fats But the predominant fatty acid […]

In order to produce edible olives, harvested olives are cleaned and then cured in a natural brine of salt, oil, and flavorings or artificially with lye. For green olives, the salinity is increased by 2% every two to three weeks from the initial salinity of 12-14%. How is olive oil made step by step? How […]

How olive oil is made Step 1: Process of olive harvesting. Step 2: Grind the olives so they are clean. Step 3: Process of crushing the olives. Step 4: Press the olive to extract the oil juice. Step 5: Decanting olive oil. Step 6: Quality control of olive oil. Step 7: Olive oil packaging. What […]

Olive oil is produced by grinding olives and extracting the oil by mechanical or chemical means. Green olives usually produce more bitter oil, and overripe olives can produce oil with fermentation defects, so for good extra virgin olive oil care is taken to make sure the olives are perfectly ripened. How is olive oil made […]

Are olives edible off the branch? While olives are edible straight from the tree, they are intensely bitter. Olives contain oleuropein and phenolic compounds, which must be removed or, at least, reduced to make the olive palatable. Can you eat olives straight from trees? 1. Olives are inedible before they are cured. Many people don’t […]

Olive juice is a hydrating liquid containing healthy monounsaturated fats, beneficial for overall health. This blend of water, salt, vinegar, and olives is rich in electrolytes and probiotic bacteria. Olive juice can help stabilize high blood pressure and the body’s PH balance. Is the juice from the olive jar good for you? Olive juice contains […]

Olives from a can, tin or jar are much safer for pregnant women to eat than cured olives from a delicatessen or olive bar. Heat-treated olives are far less likely to be contaminated with listeria. Cooking olives makes them all safe to eat. Can we eat olives during pregnancy? Eating olives during pregnancy apport great […]

The Phoenicians spread the olive to the Mediterranean shores of Africa and Southern Europe. Olives have been found in Egyptian tombs from 2,000 years BC. The olive culture was spread to the early Greeks then Romans. As the Romans extended their domain they brought the olive with them. When did humans start eating olives? The […]

the Republic of Cyprus. On August 16, 1960, the Republic of Cyprus was proclaimed, with a national flag of neutral design. On a plain white field it bore the island in yellow silhouette with a green olive wreath (symbolizing peace) beneath. What flag has an olive branch? The flag of CyprusThe flag of Cyprus and […]

Typically harvested in the late summer, freshly picked olives have a bitter taste at first. Traditionally, olives are cured in a brine, or a solution of salt and water, to remove their bitterness. Once the olives are cured, you can eat them as a snack or use them as an ingredient in a dish! What […]