From the humble yet hardy olive tree to his vibrant fruits and oils, olives have been inspiring décor for years. The natural hues of olive green can be seen in bedrooms, bathrooms, carpets, wallpaper, furniture and even children’s play rooms.
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Olive Oil Kansai International Exhibition
The International Olive Oil Trade Fair will be held in Japan for the first time from October 18th to 20th, 2016. The new international trade fair, Olive Oil Kansai International Exhibition 2016 is positioned as an international marketing platform for potential domestic and foreign exhibitors to penetrate the markets of Japan
Gabriëlskloof Serves Up Sharing Sundays
If happiness is a shared meal, then Gabriëlskloof Restaurant, the gorgeously appointed culinary hotspot on the ‘koppie’ outside Bot River, is your happy place this winter, where their new Sharing Sundays cater for slow-cooked, shared meals a la family style.
A Story Of Olives – By Iga Motylska
Photographer and writer, Iga Motylska, recently embarked on a little road trip around the Western Cape visiting some of the olive farms.
Thyme-Enriched EVOO Boosts Antioxidant Properties
A diet rich in foods that contain antioxidant qualities, such as extra virgin olive oil, can significantly lower your chances of developing certain diseases. A recent study looked at the benefits of combing two foods that contain these antioxidant promoting compounds, namely EVOO and thyme.
Olive Harvest at Morgenster
Morgenster recently sent out the March edition of their newsletter, The Morgenster Minute. It included a comment on the olive harvest which we thought we would share with you.
India’s Growing Awareness Of The Benefits Of Olive Oil
India has some of the highest rates of cardiovascular disease as well as diabetes seen in the world. With such health concerns affecting Indians, they are now beginning to see the health benefits associated with olive oil and the Mediterranean diet.
Olives On Instagram
Olive groves, trees and products make for inspiring images, whether you are interested in viewing the landscapes of the groves, the process of production or the delicious recipes made with olives, Instagram is the perfect platform.
Wild Fire Damages Olive Orchards At Kredouw
Kredouw olive estate near Prince Albert in the Klein Karoo suffered substantial damage to its olive groves recently when a fire, which according the Cape Nature was ‘under control’, reached the farm.
The Olive Branch Deli: Passionate About SA Olive Oil
The Olive Branch Deli is a fairly new addition to Kloof Street, Cape Town. The deli provides market vendors offering seasonal and artisan products a platform to sell their goods and grow their brands on a daily basis in the heart of the bustling Kloof Street.