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Proposed reforms to the Spanish olive oil sector were met with skepticism

The Spanish government put forward 10 proposed measures to support this sector of its economy, but the producers considered them insufficient and rejected them. Luis Planas-the Minister of agriculture, fisheries and food of Spain, is negotiating with the European Union on a proposed budget for the common agricultural policy and for assistance specifically to the sector of table olives and olive...

04 July, 2020 / 0 Comments

Forty years of the Mediterranean diet

This type of food on the Iberian Peninsula has been practiced for many centuries, but the concept of the Mediterranean diet was officially recognized only in 1980. On the occasion of the fortieth anniversary, experts reveal the health benefits that allowed this diet to survive and look into the future. In 1958, a physiologist at the University of Minnesota School of...

25 June, 2020 / 0 Comments

Obesity is a looming epidemic in developing countries

A new report published by the world Bank shows that high rates of obesity are observed among the population of developing countries, which refutes the popular belief that obesity is a problem only among the developed and rich countries of the world. More than 70% of the world's 2 billion overweight people live in low-or middle-income countries, the report says, making...

20 June, 2020 / 0 Comments

Llampuga fish stew with vegetables

Delicious and healthy recipe from the Balearic Islands. Ingredients:Fish (mackerel, mackerel, tuna or salmon) - 1.5 kgGreen bell pepper - 2 PCsOnion - 1 pieceTomatoes (ground pulp without skin) - 4 PCsGarlic - 3 clovesAlmonds (peeled, fried) - 150 gExtra Virgin olive oil - 5 tablespoonsMedium-sized potatoes-5 PCsGround paprika - 1 teaspoonJuice of half a lemonParsley (finely chopped) - 1 bunchBay...

14 June, 2020 / 0 Comments

A new region in Spain has received PGI

On May 19, 2020, the EU Commission approved the addition of a new protected Geographical Indication for olive oil produced in the southern Spanish region of Jaen. This marking guarantees not only the authenticity of origin from the specified region, but also the traditional method of manufacturing the product, the ecological purity of the region, etc. It also protects manufacturers...

06 June, 2020 / 0 Comments

Superior Taste Award 2020

Quarantine does not interfere with quality. Despite the difficult time for the whole world, we took the well-deserved Superior Taste Award in 2020! The International Taste Institute (iTQi) in Brussels annually awards the best or best producers after a blind tasting by top experts. Even in the crisis year, Olive Line International has confirmed its high status among both consumers and...

27 May, 2020 / 0 Comments

Mediterranean diet for pregnant women

Now is a rather nervous time for all of us, but it is most difficult for those who are forced to visit hospitals and put at risk not only themselves… It is proven that pregnant women who follow the Mediterranean diet gain less weight, get into shape more easily, and most importantly, reduce the risk of developing gestational diabetes. This is...

22 May, 2020 / 0 Comments

Piri-Piri Mushrooms

To cook the mushrooms, you need a wide frying pan with a thick bottom without ribs, so that all the mushrooms are freely spread out on it, for any sauce. Spicy mushrooms are a very delicious Spanish snack that is sure to be served hot! To do this, you need to follow this cooking sequence: First you need to prepare the sauce...

15 May, 2020 / 0 Comments