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read moreGet ready for the festive season
Don’t leave it all to the last minute! Start stocking up now before the shops get busy and then you’ll only have fresh food left to buy. Save time and avoid unnecessary stress by adding these essential products to your shopping list today: Extra-virgin olive oil. For salads, cooking, in a small bowl together with […]
December 10, 2020 -
read moreHow to use Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
Given that you might be reading this from anywhere in the world, chances are you aren’t from Modena, Italy, and you might not know a lot about its star product: balsamic vinegar. Don’t worry! We’re here to tell you how to make the most of this barrel-aged vinegar, made by fermenting the thick syrup formed […]
November 24, 2020 -
read moreDelicious alternatives to unhealthy fats
Saturated fats have double bonds and are usually solid at room temperature. Numerous studies have linked them to cardiovascular disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol. Healthy oils, which contain monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, include olive oil and sunflower oil. They are always liquid at room temperature, which makes them unsuitable for use in the […]
November 17, 2020 -
read moreQuick, easy and healthy breakfasts with 3 ingredients
Sick and tired of the same old ham and cheese sandwich for breakfast? Bored with coffee and muffins every single morning? If every day is a new day, then why carry on eating the same things for your first meal of the day? Give your breakfasts a new lease of life with these three delicious, […]
November 10, 2020 -
read moreHow to make vegetable soup
Veggies take on a whole new life with a dash of extra-virgin olive oil. This liquid gold makes any dish into a real treasure. If you’re a fan of vegetable soup, you’re in for a treat. So, make sure you’ve got a bottle of extra-virgin olive oil on hand: it’s as vital as the air […]
November 3, 2020 -
read moreHealthy and scary recipes for Halloween
Looking for scary recipes for your Halloween table? Here are some terrifyingly delicious dishes: Pumpkin with guacamole. Hollow out the pumpkin in time-honoured fashion (if you’re feeling lazy, just buy a round pumpkin and draw a scary mouth and eyes on it with a marker pen, although, be warned, the effect really isn’t the same). […]
October 21, 2020 -
read moreWhich fats should we cut out of our diet?
The key fats in a healthy diet are monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats. These are the fats found in the Mediterranean diet, as shown in the Healthy Eating Plate, designed by top nutritionists at the prestigious Harvard Medical School, who lead the world in this field. The important thing is to avoid those which are not. […]
October 1, 2020 -
read moreNutritious 5-Minute Breakfasts
Do you know about all the things you can do with a glass of walnut milk? Here are a few ideas: Make oatmeal: Gently boil some rolled oats in walnut milk until it has the desired texture. Serve in a bowl with your favorite toppings: berries, cinnamon, cookies, chocolate, walnuts, almonds, seeds… If you aren’t all that hungry […]
September 23, 2020 -
read moreWhat are hydrogenated fats and how do they work on food?
Hydrogenated fats are monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids (like those found in olive oil) to which carbon atoms have been added to make them liquid rather than solid at room temperature. Thanks to their texture, they are widely used in the food industry as they provide stability to any mass-produced food product and have great […]
September 22, 2020 -
read moreCan I eat olives every day?
Listen up all you olive lovers, you’re in luck. The answer to whether you can eat your favorite snack every day is a resounding yes. Can you? You should! What are the reasons for eating olives every day? Here they are. Olives are heart healthy. The unsaturated fatty acids in olives are the best gift […]
September 16, 2020 -
read moreStill Haven’t Tried agreena?
Agreena is a solid vegetable oil that is revolutionizing home cooking, especially baking. Agreena is a healthy and eco-friendly alternative to tropical oils that are high in saturated fats (like palm oil and coconut oil), that are grown using intensive farming practices that endanger tropical rainforests and their flora and fauna. Baked goods such as […]
September 15, 2020 -
read more5 Healthy Post-Summer Tips
Grab a bottle of STAR extra-virgin olive oil and say goodbye to the post-summer blues with these healthy dishes that will bring back that high-energy feeling. Lentil salad to the rescue! Mix some cooked lentils, smoked salmon, crumbled feta, and a handful of cashews. Add a dash of extra-virgin olive oil. Dinner’s ready! What about […]
September 8, 2020