Studies over the last few years have shown that a Mediterranean style diet rich in olive oil can be linked to the prevention of type 2 diabetes by improving blood sugar levels, insulin resistance and blood lipid levels.
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Sol d’Oro 2015 Competiton Results
This year the Southern Hemisphere edition of Sol d’Oro was held in Cape Town at the Park Inn, Heerengraght street. Judging for the competition commenced on Tuesday (8th September) and concluded today (10th September) with the live announcement of the winners.
SA Olive Se Mentorskap-Toekennings Oorhandig
Esolda Cilliers van Willow Creek Products is aangewys as die ontvanger van die SA Olive Mentorskap-toekenning vir 2015. Hierdie aankondiging is gemaak by die jaarlikse SA Olive-toekenningsgeleentheid wat Donderdag, 3 September plaasgevind het.
SA Olive Announces Mentorship Award Recipients
SA Olive established their mentorship programme in 2008 with the aim of nurturing a new generation of olive oil growers and makers. It is an industry sponsored programme made possible by national and local government grants.
Beautiful New Gift Packs From Chaloner
Perry Chaloner has combined his most popular creations into two stunning gift packs – just in time for spring and summer’s long, lazy picnics and festive season celebrations.
Rio Largo Creates Nourishing Olive Oil Body Products
Nick and Brenda Wilkinson have owned Rio Largo since 2010 and they both share a passion for producing and providing quality olive oil to consumers. Together with Zikhona Tefu and Sarah Taylor, Rio Largo has created two beautiful body products that incorporate their nourishing olive oil.
SA Se Beste Olyfolies Bekendgemaak
Suid-Afrika se beste ekstrasuiwer olyfolies vir 2015 is onthul by die SA Olive-toekennings gisteraand (3 September) by Ashanti Estate. ‘n Totaal van 19 premium ekstrasuiwer olyfolies het goue medaljes in drie kategorieë ontvang – 3 vir Delikate, 10 vir Medium en 6 vir Intense styl olies.
SA Olive Awards 2015 Results
The 10th annual edition of the SA Olive Awards saw 91 different olive oils entered into the competition, a significant increase over the 76 entries last year. This reflects an improved harvest when compared to last year’s unusually low yield.
South Africa’s Best Olive Oils Announced
South Africa’s finest extra virgin olive oils for 2015 were announced at the SA Olive Awards last night (3 September). A total of 19 premium extra virgin olive oils received gold medals in three categories – 3 for Delicate, 10 for Medium and 6 for Intense style oils.
Curing Your Own Olives
Whether you grow your own olives or buy some from one of the local farms, they will be hard and bitter. A curing process is necessary to soften them and remove the oleuropein that cause the unpleasant taste.