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Pumpkin Olive Oil Cake with Maple Olive Oil Glaze. Croatia meets Canada!

Perched high above the shimmering Adriatic, on Croatia's peaceful Ugljan Island, stands the venerable ruins of St. Michael's Fortress (Tvrđava sv. Mihovila) . Today, the site is a stunning viewpoint surrounded by the island's famous, ancient olive groves. But like all great Adriatic landmarks, its stone walls hold a history far richer than simple conquest—a history woven with myth, faith, and the enduring power of empires. The Fairy Tale of St. Michael: Light, Dark, and the S

Every year, when we talk about the incredible taste and health benefits of our Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO), we always emphasize the care that goes into the extraction process. But what does that process actually look like? Recently, a detailed look into modern milling gave us a chance to dive deep into two of the most critical, yet often unseen, steps in turning olives into liquid gold: Crushing and Malaxation . Recently we had a chance to experience the 2025 olive harvest

When we talk about agriculture, especially fruit and nut production, two key terms often cause confusion: cultivar and cross-pollination . Understanding these concepts helps explain why your favorite olive oil or apple variety tastes exactly the same every single time. 1. The Power of Cloning: What is a Cultivar? You can think of a cultivar as a specific, hand-picked variety or "brand" of a plant. The word itself is a portmanteau of CULTIvated VARiety . While all olive tree

We at Cypress Hill Grove (CHG) are thrilled to be featuring and sharing organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) sourced directly from the stunning award winning groves of Tina Tomscič on Brač in Croatia. While our own Ošljak trees are still maturing, tasting this world-class Brač oil offers a masterclass in Dalmatian tradition. Tina Tomcič Olive Grove on Brač, looking east toward Split Croatia Recently, our team participated in the initial harvest of 2025 on Brač, and the expe

There's been a lot of conversation lately about cooking oils, with some claiming that "seed oils" are unhealthy or even toxic. At Cypress...

Croatia has several PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) certifications for its olive oils. Croatia is one of the European countries...

On the tranquil island of Ošljak, as you wander through our olive groves at Cypress Hill Grove, your eye will inevitably fall upon the intricate network of low stone walls that crisscross the landscape. These aren't mere fences; they are the silent sentinels of our island's history,

. The Ancient Roots of Liquid Gold: A History of Olive Oil Cultivation In the heart of the Mediterranean, where sun-drenched landscapes...

For the discerning yacht enthusiast, the Adriatic Sea holds countless treasures, but few rival the sheer beauty and unspoiled charm of...

The Essence of Gold: How Olive Varietals/Cultivars Shape Exceptional Olive Oil The journey from olive fruit to the golden elixir we...

In the symphony of global flavors, olive oil stands as a conductor, orchestrating the taste of countless dishes and elevating the...

From Ancient Roots to Modern Heights: The Valčić Legacy in Ošljak's Olive Oil Perched serenely in the Adriatic, the island of Ošljak,...