Tom Müller’s "Extra Virginity. The Sublime and Scandalous World of Olive Oil"

Explore the world of olive oil with Tom Müller’s “Extra Virginity: The Sublime and Scandalous World of Olive Oil”, a comprehensive and eye-opening examination of one of the world's most celebrated yet misunderstood culinary staples.

In this acclaimed book, Müller delves into the intricate history, production, and global trade of olive oil, uncovering the secrets behind its revered status and the controversies that surround it. With meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Müller provides insights into the challenges of maintaining quality in the olive oil industry, from the olive groves to the marketplace.

Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast, an industry professional, or simply curious about what goes into the bottle of your favourite olive oil, “Extra Virginity” offers valuable knowledge and a deeper appreciation for this essential ingredient.

For millennia, fresh olive oil has been one of life's necessities - not just as food but also as medicine, a beauty aid, and a vital element of religious ritual. Today's researchers are continuing to confirm the remarkable, life-giving properties of true extra-virgin, and "extra-virgin Italian" has become the highest standard of quality.

But what if this symbol of purity has become deeply corrupt? Starting with an explosive article in The New Yorker, Tom Mueller has become the world's expert on olive oil and olive oil fraud - a story of globalization, deception, and crime in the food industry from ancient times to the present, and a powerful indictment of today's lax protections against fake and even toxic food products in the United States. A rich and deliciously readable narrative, Extra Virginity is also an inspiring account of the artisanal producers, chemical analysts, chefs, and food activists who are defending the extraordinary oils that truly deserve the name "extra-virgin."

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