The Inside Story On Olive Oil
http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2013-03-13/inside-story-olive-oil
A new study says a Mediterranean diet prevents heart disease, thanks in part to the ubiquity of olive oil. Many of us use it regularly, but what do we really know about the juice of olives? Researchers warn that some inexpensive olive oil is rancid or adulterated with other oils. Food Wednesday examines what's inside that dark bottle, what "extra virgin" denotes and why genuine olive oil is so good for you.
Guests
Cary Kelly
Owner, Ah Love Oil & Vinegar (in Arlington and Fairfax, VA)
Dan Flynn
Executive Director, UC Davis Olive Center
Diamantis Pierrakos
Co-owner, Laconiko olive oil producer and importer
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I look forward to hearing about what makes the olive oil I prepare my own food with so healthy. I'm a huge proponent of healthy diets and healthy eating, especially in the African-American community, where diet its the biggest contributor to heath issues!
Healthy Eating & Long Term Savings!
What are the tell signs of a good olive oil purchase (without being able to taste them)? Does the Olive Oil in grocery stores have a specific labeling that authenticizes them as a healthy selection? i.e. Certified Extra Virgin Olive oil, not blended with any other oil---thank you, Liet
I am from Spain and I grew up looking at not only the acidity but also the type of olive used in the oil in order to select what we wanted.
As you described, in the USA the acidity is not specified, nor is the type of olives used. So, are there any initiatives to regulate the industry and change the labeling according to global standards?
On another note, most of the olive oils sold as italians contain olives from different countries of the mediterranean...
I've lost confidence in almost all packaged foods sold in supermarkets. Seems that almost all food groups are rampant with fraud. In part, I blame the American people for voting with their dollars for the cheapest possible option, regardless of taste, purity, and quality. What is it about our culture that drives people to buy the cheapest foods but the most expensive tech gadgets?
Secondly, the issues of olive oil fraud and food fraud in general makes me so skeptical of any foods sold in supermarkets. That's why I try to source as many of my family's foods as possible directly from producers or from establishments that can easily put you in touch with the producer. Are there any such local sources for olive oil here in the metro DC area?
I had a really good olive oil experience in Tyson's Corner...There is an olive oil shop run by a local Italian Family called Under the Olive Tree.
I’ve tried the Laconiko at the Olio Tasting Room on King st in Old Town –WOW!!!!WOW!!!!
I was able to taste many different Extra Virgin Olive oils from around the world – but I keep coming back for the Laconiko. Laconiko also had some infused flavors – Blood Orange and Garlic are fabulous. -
Olio Tasting Room – www.oliotastingroom.com - check it out!!!!!!
I've been to Olio2go in Fairfax and like their selection. Everything is sold in sealed bottles, specifically from named estates in Italy. It makes me wonder about what's in the refillable tank stores. Does the health department check them?