Understanding Extra Virgin Olive Oil is crucial, allowing you to enjoy a more satisfying culinary experience daily while promoting a healthier diet with the correct intake of beneficial fats. As a cornerstone of the Mediterranean Diet, Extra Virgin Olive Oil is gaining enthusiasts worldwide.

The cultivation of olive trees, originating from the Mediterranean basin, has spread to every continent. Many countries are establishing new olive groves in response to the significant interest and demand for this ancient, noble product, essential for proper and healthy nutrition.

We have crafted this guide for the modern consumer, the one who seeks clear, simple, and accessible knowledge about the characteristics and qualities of what they are purchasing before making informed decisions.

Tailored for the ‘Consumer 3.0’ of the third millennium and the web era, our aim is to provide you with real benefits through insightful reading. In our vision, this book (first publication by Masters of Olive Oil Academy)  serves as an introduction to the world of olive oil and olive cultivation, aspiring to be the beginning of a passionate journey for the reader in discovering the world of Olive Oil.”

Aldo Mazzini

• IOC Official Panel Leader
• MASAF Panel Leader