In the tranquil groves where olives have thrived for centuries, a lesser-known challenge shadows the olive oil industry: fraud. This deceptive practice, ranging from mislabeling to diluting with inferior oils, not only misleads consumers but also tarnishes the hard work of authentic producers. At il circolo, where our commitment to pure, high-quality olive oil is …
Into our 6th year of producing organic extra virgin olive oil, we at il circolo are becoming more and more ambitious. Our aim is to produce an excellent olive oil, not just to our own standards, but to those who are experts in the industry. It is clear to us, that creating an olive oil …
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If you take a walk in Sicily’s olive groves, specifically those smaller ones on the hillsides, you can find a lot of aromatic herbs. They grow along the edges, where the stone walls protect the fields against erosion and terraces formed in ancient days crumble. In fact, Sicily’s favorable climate, with plenty of sunshine, mild …
For us the Sicilian cuisine captures all the fascinating aspects of the region. It is an often surprising combination of flavours of only a few but very tasty local ingredients. When you enter a restaurant in a small Sicilian village, you will probably find a chef who is proud to introduce you to the local …
It is impossible to imagine cooking without olive oil. Although people in the North also cook a lot with butter, olive oil is a very popular product to cook with. Yet there are still many questions about using olive oil in the kitchen. That is why we at il circolo decided to make a clear …
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Small farms are a cornerstone in European agriculture and rural areas. They are vital in creating rural employment and territorial integrity, providing fresh and local foods and ecosystem services, and also help mitigate agricultural emissions (1). However, throughout the last decades, the number of small farms has decreased steadily. This is also true for olive …
Environment, climate, targeted supports, and flexibility. The new Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) of the European Union (EU) was adopted last year and will come into force in 2023. As small olive oil producers, our suppliers also receive agricultural subsidies from the EU and we ask ourselves: What will change? And how will this change affect …
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The variety and price differences of the olive oils on offer do not make it easy to choose a good olive oil. Even though one can usually rely on the reviews of institutions when buying, their assessments of extra virgin are sharply criticised (1). Contrary to what is often suggested, it is not about individual …
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Many people have olive oil in their kitchen. The choice in the supermarket is huge because of the wide range of types, brands and varieties of olive oil. We at il circolo make organic olive oil. Organic olive oil means that the environment and animal welfare are taken into account in the production of our …
Even though the extraction of olive oil is a big industry, it is not the only product that is made from fresh olives. Table olives are a popular snack or addition to a meal in many recipes in various cultures. However, the way fresh olives are prepared for eating differs from region to region and …
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