The nutritional benefits of EVOO, no one is a prophet in their own land – Interview with Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez
Many Extra Virgin Olive Oils producers complain that, neither on EVOO labelling nor on their websites, can they talk …
The importance of consuming EVOO during lockdown
It is known that the Extra Virgin Olive Oil is one of the most beneficial foods for the body. Some of the many reasons why you should include it in your diet are because it has a great antioxidant …
EVOO and obesity
In industrial towns and cities, there is a notorious obesity problem, largely caused by sedentary lifestyles and poor eating habits. This problem affects millions of people, who are at an increased risk of diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood …
The different categories of Olive Oil
The different categories of Olive Oil can sometimes be considered confusing, but it is a very important thing to bear in mind in order to take care of our health and to use the best food products in our kitchens. …
Economic and social measures in the face of Covid-19
ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL MEASURES IN THE FACE OF COVID-19
Yesterday, 18th March 2020, the Spanish government declared new provisions (Real Decreto-ley 8/2020) of 17th March, on the extraordinary urgent measures to address the economic and social impact of …
SIQEV Seal of Quality
The SIQEV seal of quality represents the most important things about QvExtra! – the love and respect we have for Extra Virgin Olive Oil of excellent quality (SIQEV EVOO).
We began our mission in 2013, through the work of 15 …
Seven benefits of extra virgin olive oil
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is an essential part of the Mediterranean diet. It brings nuances that add complexity to each and every dish, enhancing the flavours. But this is not its only benefit – EVOO also has many characteristics that …
How do you pair SIQEV EVOOs with food?
Extra virgin olive oils offer a wide range of pairing possibilities, due to their vast diversity of aromas and flavours.
We could group EVOOs into 3 main categories based on their sensorial characteristics: mild, medium and intense oils.
Mild EVOOs:
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The mediterranean diet and the beloved Extra Virgin Olive Oil
When we talk about the Mediterranean diet it is impossible not to talk about olive oil and vice versa.
Extra virgin olive oil is one of its essential components, and although its valuable contribution to health has only been scientifically …
