100% Tunisian olive oil is now available in the US for wholesale to distributors as well as retail for consumers. Use the menu below to locate wholesale and retail sellers as well as olive oil tips.
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Tips on buying olive oil
Exposure to light and heat destroys the healthy, antioxidant properties of olive oil. Look for olive oil that is sold in darkly tinted bottles. The ideal place for olive oil in grocery stores is on the shelves closest to the floor and away from the fluorescent lights.
Storing your olive oil
It’s best to store olive oil in a dark, cool cupboard for storage. Pour out small amounts for daily use, and store the rest in the refrigerator for maximum protection. (The oil will become cloudy and more solid in the refrigerator.) The smaller container you select for your weekly supply of olive oil should be opaque and have a tight-sealing lid. A cost effective way of storing your olive oil is to pour the oil into a green glass wine bottle with a cork to prevent spoilage from ultraviolet rays. It can also be stored in stainless steel or glazed ceramic. Exposure to air is another enemy of the fragile antioxidants.
100% Tunisian Olive Oil featured at the 2010 Winter Fancy Food Show
Gourmet Retailer editors Michelle Moran and James Mellgren highlight 100% Tunisian Olive Oil at the recent 2010 Winter Fancy Food Show in San Francisco.
