September 2, 2026
When are Arbequina olives harvested and how does the harvest shape the oil?
Find out when Arbequina olives are harvested, what determines the harvest and why the timing matters for extra virgin olive oil.
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How a Les Garrigues extra virgin olive oil is made, tasted and cooked with.
September 2, 2026
How to choose olive oil for cooking, dressing and finishing dishes
A practical guide to choosing olive oil by use: cooking, dressing, finishing dishes, trying new profiles or buying a family size.
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Arbequina vs Picual: differences in flavour, aroma and kitchen use
Compare Arbequina and Picual: differences in sensory profile, origin and kitchen uses to choose your extra virgin olive oil.
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Extra virgin olive oil vs olive oil: what is the difference?
Understand the difference between extra virgin olive oil and olive oil, what extra virgin means and how to choose an oil for your cooking.
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How to store extra virgin olive oil at home so it keeps its qualities
Learn how to store extra virgin olive oil at home: light, temperature, air and choosing the right size to enjoy it at its best.
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What is extra virgin olive oil and how to recognise a good one
A guide to what extra virgin olive oil is, how to choose it and what to look for when buying Arbequina from Les Garrigues.
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August 15, 2026
Arbequina EVOO from Les Garrigues: microclimate, history and unique quality in Lleida
A walk through the centuries-old dry-stone terraces of Cervià de les Garrigues, where winter frosts and limestone soil produce the most sought-after arbequina in ...
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August 15, 2026
What is unfiltered oil, or Oli del Raig? Properties of the first cold pressing
"Oli del Raig" is freshly pressed arbequina olive juice, left unfiltered. We explain its emerald-green cloudiness, its intense aromas and why food lovers prize it.
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August 15, 2026
Buying 5 L of extra virgin olive oil from a co-op or mill: a producer's direct guide
The advantages of buying the 5-litre jug of 100% arbequina EVOO straight from the mill in Cervià de les Garrigues. Maximum freshness, acidity <0.2º and the bes...
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