olive oil collection

Did you know?...

The latin word for olive, oleum, consists of two notions: the Cretan word "elaeva" which means olive and the semitic "ulu".

In spanish language the term "aceite" derives from the arab word for olive, al zaytun. "Oliva" in spanish language means only the olive tree, not the olive itself.

 

Tips for storage
Nowadays the olive oil is disposed in plastic or glassy bottles or in metal tins for larger quantities. In the house it is recommended to be stored in a cool, dry and dark place, such as a cellar or a storehouse. If such a place does not exist, you can store the olive oil into the fridge. Nevertheless, with frigidity the oil blurs, jells and small white spots are shaped. This doesn't mean that the oil lost its quality. After a few hours in room temperature its color will recur and the oil will become once again clear.