WORLD OLIVE TREE DAY: HERITAGE, FLAVOR AND A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Discover why November 26 is celebrated as World Olive Tree Day. History, culture, sustainability, and the commitment of Aceitunas Torrent.
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MEDITERRANEAN TABBOULEH WITH BLACK OLIVES AND CHICKPEAS
This Mediterranean tabbouleh brings together everything good about the Andalusian summer: freshness, lightness, and flavor. It incorporates Aceitunas Torrent sliced black olives (Córdoba), whole wheat couscous, chickpeas, fresh herbs, and a dressing of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) and lemon.
How Olives Are Enjoyed in Different Cultures: From Morocco to the United States
Explore how olives are consumed in Morocco, Greece, Italy, Turkey, the U.S. and more. Recipes, rituals, and global trends with Andalusian roots.
Refreshing Summer Recipes with Olives
Cold Olive Recipes to Beat the Summer Heat
The olive, undisputed queen on World Tapas Day
On June 16th, we celebrate World Tapas Day, a special occasion that pays tribute to one of Spain’s most beloved culinary traditions: enjoying tapas. And if there’s one tapa that truly represents the essence of the Spanish bar, it’s undoubtedly the olive. At Aceitunas Torrent, as century-old experts in table olives, we join the celebration […]
Francisco Torrent, new president of ASEMESA
Francisco Torrent, Director of Aceitunas Torrent, assumes the presidency of ASEMESA with a firm commitment to strengthening the table olive sector.
The olive in literature: mentions and symbolism in classical and modern works
Explore how the olive has inspired poets and storytellers. An emotional journey through the history, culture, and Mediterranean soul of the olive fruit.
Why aren’t olives eaten directly from the tree?
A raw olive contains concentrations of oleuropein that make its taste excessively bitter, even for the most seasoned palates.
Olive Harvesting: A Process Rooted in Reality and Art
Discover the art and tradition of olive harvesting, from its ancestral techniques to its influence on Mediterranean art and culture. Explore its impact on gastronomy and history.
Do Olives Raise Blood Pressure? Debunking Myths About This Mediterranean Fruit
Find out whether olives really affect blood pressure, their sodium content, and their health benefits. Learn how to include them in a balanced diet without risk.
