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Ever taken a swig of extra virgin olive oil and felt that peppery burn at the back of your throat that makes you cough? Most people assume that's a flaw, and that smooth, mild oil is the mark of quality. It's not. That throat-tickling sensation is oleocanthal announcing its presence, and this compound has researchers rather excited. This article was written in partnership with Erin Ridley—a certified olive oil sommelier, as well as a former producer, sensory panelist, and competition judge....

Poached rhubarb sits on a bed of tangy crème fraîche, complete with a gently spiced syrup and topped with a drizzle of olive oil for a beautifully balanced bowl. Be tickled pink by this by this Valentine's Day inspired dessert. Rhubarb, poached and served simply, is hard to beat. With crème fraîche, toasted hazelnuts and olive oil, it becomes something quietly special. This dessert can be made ahead of time and sits happily in the fridge for 1-2 days, giving you more quality time with your lo...

Crisp radicchio, tangy blood oranges, toasted walnuts, and lightly pickled shallots are tossed with a bright honey and sumac dressing for a salad that's effortlessly elevated.  The kind of salad that makes your table look instantly elevated with almost no effort. Crisp radicchio, tangy blood oranges, toasted walnuts, and lightly pickled shallots  are tossed generously with a bright honey and sumac dressing made with Citizens of Soil Greek extra virgin olive oil. It's the perfect sidekick to a...

Sweet pears sit in rich crème fraîche, steeped in spoonfuls of warmly-spiced syrup. A generous pour of new season EVOO gives it a unique savoury note.  Indulgent, but healthy, this dessert is rich in vitamin C & K from the pear (absorbed better by the body thanks to the presence of olive oil), as well as plenty of antioxidants. The olive oil adds a savoury edge that balances the sweetness of the warming spiced syrup, and the toasted hazelnuts add the perfect crunch. A perfect shareable V...

Leave the islands behind and venture further into the fingertips of Greece. Sip on wine, be blown away by olive oil, and write your own tale of adventures in the land of gods, heroes, and monsters. Home to many of our producers—and some of the best oil in Greece—the Peloponnese is a haven for EVOO and so much more. Rolling hills, fertile plains, and dramatic coastlines, birthplace of the Olympians, and the backdrop to countless epic battles: history, culture, and myth run deep through the v...