Opus Notes

The World of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Explained

We are passionate about all things olive oil. Opus Notes is a resource for people to learn about olive oil quality, health benefits and taste.

high quality olive oil reduces heterocyclic amines

High quality olive oil preserves meat from carc...

How good quality extra virgin olive oil protects meats from producing carcinogenic compounds during cooking.

High quality olive oil preserves meat from carc...

• 1 minute read

How good quality extra virgin olive oil protects meats from producing carcinogenic compounds during cooking.

Heart Health & Cholesterol Balance: The Role of Healthy Fats

Heart Health & Cholesterol Balance: The Role of...

Learn how monounsaturated fats and phenolic compounds support heart health and cholesterol balance. Evidence-based insights for cardiovascular wellness.

Heart Health & Cholesterol Balance: The Role of...

• 5 minute read

Learn how monounsaturated fats and phenolic compounds support heart health and cholesterol balance. Evidence-based insights for cardiovascular wellness.

professional olive oil tasting glasses

How to Taste Olive Oil Like a Pro (and Store It...

Olive Oil Sommelier Tasting Guide

How to Taste Olive Oil Like a Pro (and Store It...

• 3 minute read

Olive Oil Sommelier Tasting Guide

The Simple Olive Oil Health Swap Guide 🫒

The Simple Olive Oil Health Swap Guide 🫒

A simple guide to an easy swap for health: swap bad fat for good extra virgin olive oil.

The Simple Olive Oil Health Swap Guide 🫒

• 3 minute read

A simple guide to an easy swap for health: swap bad fat for good extra virgin olive oil.

Aspect of the Opus olive grove in Messinia, Greece.

A Short Buying Guide for Really Good Olive Oil

A Buying Guide for Really Good Olive Oil - How to Spot it and What to Look for.

A Short Buying Guide for Really Good Olive Oil

• 5 minute read

A Buying Guide for Really Good Olive Oil - How to Spot it and What to Look for.

opus olea olive oil on garden lunch table

High Quality Olive Oil reduces the Glycaemic Lo...

According to a 2016 study by Diabetes Care, olive oil consumed together with carbohydrates, reduces the body's glycaemic response to them to a significant degree.   What does this mean? There...

High Quality Olive Oil reduces the Glycaemic Lo...

• 2 minute read

According to a 2016 study by Diabetes Care, olive oil consumed together with carbohydrates, reduces the body's glycaemic response to them to a significant degree.   What does this mean? There...