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Why is olive oil so expensive right now? Producers weigh in…

The whole olive oil industry is in flux this year, with soaring prices, global shortages, and an ever-increasing demand for the good stuff. So let’s talk about what’s going on and if there’s any signs of prices going back down. As we were in Crete harvesting what little fruit was in Christina’s groves back in November, our phone rang from another producer, Marianna, in the Peloponnese. She was fighting back tears. We’d had chats throughout the season and we were aware the harvest would be do...

Hiring: Marketing Executive

We’re looking for a team player who has both the creative flair and exceptional communication abilities to achieve our ambitious marketing plan. Your role will be working closely with our founders to build an engaging community around our brand. You will be responsible for all of our comms across a range of channels, with the specific goal of nurturing and growing our customer base.

B Corp brands to have on your radar.

It’s our first celebration of B Corp month as a Certified B Corporation™, so we are thrilled to kick it off by giving a shout-out to some of our favourite brands in the community. We’ve already written a post all about what it means to be a B Corp and why it is particularly important to us. But to recap: when we first drafted out our business plan, we aligned it to a triple-bottom-line: people, planet, and profit. And to hold ourselves to the highest standard possible as we grow, we joined t...

9 Ways To Be The Perfect Guest

The internet is brimming with manuals and step-by-step guides promising the elusive title of the perfect host. Yet, it’s the guests who hold the key to a successful evening. Remember: never arrive empty-handed, always leave on time, and you'll be sure to secure the next invite. A dinner party is a performance of sorts. Even the most nonchalant ‘Oh, I’m just going to throw something together’ evenings demand meticulous planning. You step into a spotless home, greeted by a beaming couple, and ...

We're a B Corp!

We want to hold ourselves to the highest standards and be accountable to the very progress we’re working towards. And for us, this meant joining B Corp’s global community...

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How to taste extra virgin olive oil: A sommelier's guide to extra

What exactly does "extra" taste like? How do you know if what you've bought is the real deal? Here's a guide for what to look out for when trying an olive oil. So, let's pop open a new bottle, and let's explore.

Mango sorbet with olive oil

Prepare to be blown away by this flavour pairing. Sweet, fragrant mango with rich, grassy extra virgin olive oil—a dessert you won't stop thinking about. Time to get your hands on some seasonal mangos! Ok, but what is the craze all about? Well, the Alphonso variety is available only for a very short period of time each year and it has got a superior texture and flavour—you can literally taste the sun. Though not local, it is one of our favourite ultra-seasonal fruits and such a big treat. Th...

Pouring a spoon of extra virgin olive oil

5 reasons to start your day with a spoonful of EVOO

The start of the New Year is for many of us the time to reflect, set our resolutions, and create new habits. Some will meditate, some will start learning a new skill and others… will start taking a spoonful of olive oil in the morning! This oil “trend” started to emerge quite recently with celebs swearing by it. Some, like Kourtney Kardashian, shoot a spoonful of it every other day, while others, like Sophia Loren, take it to the next level by bathing in it. Beyonce consumes it so liberally...