Oil Guide

Knowledge, stories, and tips for using olive oil and good cooking.


Natives Olivenöl extra — sortenreine DOP- und Premium-Öle auf Travertin

What is extra virgin olive oil? — Grades, acidity, and how to recognize quality

By Stephan Uhlenbusch

What does "extra virgin olive oil" mean on the label? What are the EU classifications, what are DOP and IGP, and how do you recognize a truly good oil? An introduction to olive oil classification.

5 min read
Klassifikation
Welches Olivenöl zum Braten — vier hitzestabile Olivenöle auf Travertin

In Focus

Which Olive Oil for Frying? The Heat Myth Explained

The saying "You shouldn't fry with good olive oil" persists stubbornly—and it's wrong. We show what food science says today, which varieties belong in the pan, and when another oil makes more sense.