Category Topics

Producers & Regions

Talk about your favorite farms, producers, and olive-growing regions around the world.
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General

Talk about anything olive-oil-adjacent or totally off-topic. Introduce yourself, share a funny story, or just hang out with fellow EVOO lovers.
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Health & Science

Dive into the health benefits, nutritional science, and medical research behind extra virgin olive oil. Polyphenols, heart health, brain function - this is the place for all the evidence-backed goodness.
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Community Lounge

A relaxed space for general discussion, intros, off-topic threads, and fun stuff.
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Truth & Testing

Discuss olive oil fraud, share test results, lab reports, and help others learn how to spot fake or mislabeled oils. Let’s shine a light on the real stuff - and call out the imposters.
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Oil Busters

Welcome to Oil Busters - your unofficial “detective agency” for olive oil mischief!
This is the place to call out the brands who are cutting corners, mislabeling their oil, or engaging in shady practices. No test tubes required - just sharp eyes, keen research, and a commitment to exposing bad oil.
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Recipes & Pairings

How do you use Extra Virgin Olive Oil in your kitchen? Share recipes, techniques, and unexpected pairings.
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News, Trends & Industry Talk

Keep up with the olive oil world - harvest updates, awards, fraud reports, and more.
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Tasting & Quality

Explore what makes olive oil excellent - from flavor notes to harvesting methods and polyphenols.
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Ask the Community

New to olive oil? Ask anything - no judgment.
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Buying & Storing Olive Oil

Where to buy real EVOO, how to read labels, and how to keep your oil fresh.
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Events & Tastings

Post or discover upcoming tastings, olive oil tours, festivals, producer events, and meetups. Planning one? Share the details here and get the word out.
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Home Growing & Pressing

For backyard growers, DIY pressers, and hobbyists making olive oil at home. Share your setup, ask for help, and show off your first (or fiftieth) harvest.
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