Oil Guide

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


Olivenöl-Haltbarkeit — Olivenöl-Flaschen verschiedener Größen für die richtige Lagerung

How long does olive oil last? — Storage, best-before date, and when it goes rancid

By Stephan Uhlenbusch

How long does olive oil last unopened, how long once opened, and how do you recognize rancid oil? Storage tips for the kitchen and what you can still do with old oil.

5 min read
Haltbarkeit
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.