100% Extra Virgin Olive Oils

Big Paw delivers high-standard products that are hand-made, bottled, and labeled in small batches. Staying on top of our products is one of our many ways only to bring the best extra virgin olive oils directly sourced right from California. Our olives are carefully sourced from our small family-owned farms located in Corning, Modesto, Dinuba, Hollister, and Brooks, California. As a certified Olive Oil Sommelier, our eyes and taste buds opened to a new and exciting world-sourced EVOO from Spain to Italy.
 

Big Paw takes pride in providing cold-pressed and pedigreed extraordinary olive oils, most of which are certified by the California Olive Oil Council, right to your doorstep. Our 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oils will bring a rich and flavorful spice to your meals that you'll never forget. 
 

What is Extra Virgin Olive Oil?

Extra Virgin Olive Oils are one of the many types of Olive Oils. It is the least processed, preserving more of its natural healthy compounds. Olive Oils typically undergo processing from manufacturers intending to prolong their shelf life. However, this also tends to strip away some of the natural flavors and nutrients from the olives. Expect a more intense and natural taste from 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil compared to other processed alternatives. It is also noteworthy that the standard shelf life of most olive oils tends to last around 18-24 months, while an extra virgin olive oil would only last for approximately 12-18 months. 
 

Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Adding Extraordinary Olive Oil into your diet is an excellent idea as it is packed with many nutritional benefits that you can't simply find elsewhere. Here are some of the most common benefits you'll get from 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oils.

- Packed with antioxidants  
- Healthy monounsaturated fats 
- Anti-inflammatory compounds 
- Reduces the risk of stroke and several heart diseases 
- Improves bone health 
- Weight loss properties 
- Enhances brain function 
 

Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil the Healthiest?

Olive Oils are classified into different standards or what most call grades. Various types of olive oils are measured through their taste, production, nutritional value, and overall quality. Among many kinds of olive oils, EVOO or Extra Virgin Olive Oil is indeed at the top of the list and graded the highest as it is the least processed and contains many compounds such as natural antioxidants, vitamin E, phytosterols, and much more. 
 

Can You Cook with Extra Virgin Olive Oil?

EVOO or Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a moderate-to-high smoke point compared to other types of cooking oil. Smoke Point is a heat temperature at which an oil develops harmful compounds and flavors that can affect your cooking. 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oils are proven to be even more stable than other cooking oils with relatively higher smoke points as it is predominantly high in monounsaturated fats. This compound makes it rather more stable even at higher temperatures. So yes, you can definitely use extraordinary olive oil like EVOO for cooking. 
 

Best Uses of 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil 

Aside from its rich vitamins and minerals, Extra Virgin Olive Oil is as versatile as any oil could get inside the kitchen. It is innately flavorful and has a slight spice and peppery kick that will effectively complement your meals at home. Here are some of the best ways to use Big Paw's Extra Virgin Olive Oils.

- Sautéing vegetables 
- Roasted or grilled meats 
- Dipping sauce for bread 
- Drizzling over salads 
- Good for baking 
- Finishing soup 
 

Where to Buy Extra Virgin Olive Oil?

The quality of your olive oil is widely determined by how well it's produced and manufactured before it ends up inside your kitchen. Big Paw's commitment to delivering the highest possible quality for the market is a standard that we stay true to towards any product offer.

Here you'll be able to find a wide selection of 100% extraordinary Olive Oils that will sweeten your meals and elevate them to the next level. Our virgin olive oils are cold pressed, hand-made, and directly sourced from local family-owned farms. Rest assured that you'll be getting the most out of these rich and flavorful oils that you can only find here at Big Paw Olive Oil!