Posted by coastaloliveoils on Jul 29, 2014 in Benefits of Olive Oil |

What Makes an Olive Oil Stand Out from the Competition? Olive oil is loved by people across the world. It has been famous for centuries not just as a cooking ingredient that enhances the flavour of other foods but also for its health benefits. As a cooking ingredient, olive oil adds exotic taste to otherwise ordinary food while also contributing to health and preventing certain diseases. Olives used to produce olive oil grow only in warm climates and undergo a meticulous process. This means that even with advanced technology, it still cannot be produced in countries with cold climates. Despite this, however, it continues to be demanded by people everywhere, making it a highly imported product. Nowadays, the many types and flavours of olive oil are available even in places with colder climates like Vancouver. This, unfortunately, comes with a price. Countries that do not produce olive oil are susceptible to acquiring low quality olive oil. In fact, there have been issues lately regarding the authenticity of olive oil products sold all over the world. The best way to really tell the quality of olive oil is through its taste and aroma. Olive oil made from freshly harvested olives taste like the fruit, with a little bit of bitter and peppery taste. Low quality olive oil is stale especially when compared with authentic, high quality olive oil. It does not contribute anything to the taste of food at all. High quality olive oil retains the fruity taste of olives. This is only possible when freshly harvested olives are physically, rather than chemically, processed immediately to extract the oil. This is why Coastal Olive Oils carefully selects their suppliers to ensure that they bring only the highest quality olive oil in Vancouver. Aside from providing the highest quality olive oil in Vancouver, our Delta based Olive Oil Company provides a wide variety of flavours. Oils from herbs like organic basil, Tuscan herb and other fruits like blood orange, lemon, and organic Persian lime are mixed with olive oil to add to and complement its taste and aroma. These interesting combinations of flavours and aromas make cooking and eating even more exciting. The wide variety of olive oils offered does not need to be feared as all these are assured to be high quality and authentic olive oils. With the help of our Vancouver area Olive Oil Company, enthusiasts can simply focus on the taste....

Posted by coastaloliveoils on Jun 9, 2014 in Benefits of Olive Oil |

Olive oil is one of the most amazing food products in the world.  It has been around for thousands of years and the planting, pressing and uses of this delicious nutritional product have stood the test of time.  The great thing about the golden goodness of extra virgin olive oil is that it has many ways that it can make you a healthier and better person.  At Coastal Olive Oils we want to share with you seven things that you might not know that could make a difference in how your view and use olive oil in Vancouver. #1 Olive Oil Boosts Your Immune System – It is also linked to boosting immunity and helps your body use plant chemicals from other foods. For instance, lycopene, the fat-soluble antioxidant in tomatoes, is best absorbed when eaten with some fat, such as the healthy fat found in olive oil. #2  Can Clear Your Skin – who needs clearasil when one has olive oil?  This miracle product can act clear up acne and actually keep your skin blemish free.  Simple to do all you need is four teaspoons of salt mixed into three tablespoons of olive oil.  Mix well, pour onto hands, rub onto face for a few minutes and then soap off.  Best to use daily for one week until you see results. #3  Assist in Weight Loss – Olive oil will actually slow your stomach contractions when digesting sending the message to your body that you are more full.  Once the message is received then the desire to eat more slows down.  Looking for a flavoured olive oil to test this on try one of our most requested oils. #4 Will Last Nearly Forever – who would like to say that about their love life?  Not likely but with Olive Oil this can be essentially true.  All you have to do with your favorite oils is store in a dark, cool space and enjoy when the moment strikes you.  The best olive oils tend to disappear fast though with the many ways people can enjoy them with awesome recipes. #5 Good For Your Heart – That has good to be reason alone to crack out a bottle and some crusty bread.  The reason is that olive oil has the healthy type of cholesterol – HDL’s.  Olive Oil also contains other beneficial nutrients such as phytochemicals and vitamin E which help to clear bad cholesterol from the body. #6 Color Does Not Tell The Whole Story –  Contrary to popular belief, the color of an extra virgin olive oil is not an indicator of its quality or flavor. There are hundreds of olive varieties that produce different hues of olive oil. Growing conditions (temperature, water, etc) and harvest time affect color as well. Good quality extra virgin olive oils range from yellow to green. #7 Olive Oil is Perfect For Cooking – The average...