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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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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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 …
Want to spice up the flavour of your dishes without much effort? Infused olive oil is a great way to bring new flavours into your kitchen. You don’t need much more than high-quality olive oil and spices, herbs, lemons or some essential oils. There are hardly any limits – from garlic to lemon, rosemary, sage …
“The olive tree is much more than merely a tree with a gnarled trunk; it is the emblematic embodiment of the values of peace, wisdom and hope – values that we wish to celebrate today, on this World Day.” — Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO on the occasion of International World Olive Tree Day In …
For many farmers it is not worthwhile to produce good olive oil. Even at a low cost and neglecting nature, most of the olive growers can barely survive. In fact, the average olive farmer is exploited economically, right among us here in Europe. Is it surprising that olive farmers end up in a poverty trap …
Wildfires are not uncommon in Sicily where the olive trees of il circolo grow. Blackened pieces of land or sometimes even whole hills remind of exciting moments when we – or people we know – feared the devastating fire. The Mediterranean climate makes summers hot and very dry. Our olive trees can handle it, but …
In the olive groves of il circolo there are young and old olive trees of different varieties. It is not always easy to identify the olive variety of a tree. But with a trained eye, you can see that the trees differ in their foliage and the fruits in their shape. The varieties also differ …
Every day, but especially on 26 November we honour the olive trees in our olive grove – from young to old trees. That day UNESCO has declared World Olive Tree Day. ”The olive tree, specifically the olive branch, holds an important place in the minds of men and women. Since ancient times, it has symbolized …
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