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Meet European Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Vorios Mylopotamos Rethymnis Kritis PDO

Meet European Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Vorios Mylopotamos Rethymnis Kritis PDO

The Vorios Mylopotamos Rethymnis Kritis PDO is a European extra-virgin olive oil obtained from two varieties, the Koroneiki which is at least 90% and Hondrolia which is 10%.


This delicious European PDO extra virgin olive oil is being produced at the areas of the prefecture of Rethymno, in the Crete region, Greece, and the harvesting of the olives take place by combs and by hand, to avoid any harm and to keep the quality of the obtained extra virgin olive oil high. Its color is golden yellow, and it has a mild and fruity taste that can highlight even the simplest dish, offering you in parallel a high nutritional value and low acidity.

Its PDO label (Protected Designation of Origin) identifies a product that originates in a specific place, region or country, the quality or characteristics of which are essentially or exclusively due to a particular geographical environment with its inherent natural factors (raw materials, environmental characteristics, location) and human factors (traditional and craft production) and the production, transformation and elaboration phases of which all take place in the defined geographical area, in respect of rigid production regulations established in the procedural guidelines of production.

How US consumers can use the European extra-virgin olive oil Vorios Mylopotamos Rethymnis Kritis PDO


Salad dressings and vinaigrettes: It can be used as a base for homemade salad dressings and vinaigrettes, adding a rich and distinct flavor to the greens.

Sauteing and frying: It can be used for sauteing vegetables, meat, and seafood. It has a relatively low smoke point compared to some other oils, so it is best suited for medium-heat cooking methods.

Roasting and grilling: Drizzling vegetables or meats with extra-virgin olive oil Vorios Mylopotamos Rethymnis Kritis PDO before roasting or grilling helps enhance the flavors and keeps them moist.

Dipping and drizzling: Extra-virgin olive Vorios Mylopotamos Rethymnis Kritis PDO can be enjoyed as a dip for bread or as a finishing touch by drizzling it over cooked dishes, soups, or grilled meats for added flavor.

Baking: Extra-virgin olive Vorios Mylopotamos Rethymnis Kritis PDO can be used as a substitute for butter or other oils in baking recipes. It adds a unique taste and can provide a moist texture to baked goods like cakes, cookies, and muffins.

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