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The Fat Olive

Not all fats are created equal. We’re all about the healthy fats in the olive fruit, the ones that protect our bodies and help prevent all the bad stuff by filling us up with all the good stuff. Join us as we share delicious recipes, fun insights and intriguing views on what makes extra virgin olive oil so special.

Black-and-white portrait of world-renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa, whose annual visits to Athens have become a cherished tradition for the PJ Kabos family.

Nobu Matsuhisa & PJ Kabos in Athens | PJ Kabos Journal

Every June, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and the PJ Kabos family continue a cherished tradition in Athens, celebrating friendship, exceptional cuisine, and high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil.

Greek Fava with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, and extra virgin olive oil.

Greek Split Pea Dip (Fava) | PJ Kabos Recipe

Often mistaken for hummus, traditional Greek Fava is actually made from yellow split peas rather than chickpeas. Discover this creamy Mediterranean classic recipe finished with lemon and high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil.

Now Available: Temperature-Controlled Olive Oil Shipping & Delivery | PJ Kabos Journal

Concerned about summer heat? Discover our new Temperature-Controlled Storage & Delivery service for Family Reserve Phenolic Shot, designed to help support freshness, quality, and valuable olive oil polyphenols during transit.

Fresh olive oil flowing during extraction, illustrating the starting point of virgin, extra virgin, and high-phenolic olive oil.

Guide 1 | What’s the Difference Between Virgin, Extra Virgin & High-Phenolic Olive Oil

PJ Kabos Olive Oil Guide — Part 1 This article is part of the PJ Kabos Olive Oil Guide, a series on extra virgin and high-phenolic olive oil — exploring their taste, health benefits, and everyday uses. Not all olive oils are created equal! Just as wine can be light and fruity or bold and tannic, olive oils can also vary widely. One of the biggest differences comes down to phenols — those powerful natural compounds that give some oils their peppery bite and health-boosting p

Olive Oil Tasting at One&Only Aesthesis | PJ Kabos Journal

At the elegant One&Only Aesthesis coastal resort hideaway in the Athenian southern suburb of Glyfada, a very special event occurred. One&Only Aesthesis and PJ Kabos High-Phenolic Olive Oil hosted a special olive oil tasting event. It was an evening of shared laughter, playful surprises, and the joy of discovering what makes an extra virgin olive oil great.

Traditional Greek stuffed tomatoes filled with rice and herbs on a ceramic plate overlooking the Mediterranean Sea in bright natural daylight, styled in a clean Mediterranean aesthetic. Served with potatoes and Greek yogurt.

Gemista: Greek Stuffed Vegetables | PJ Kabos Mediterranean Traditions

From ancient traditions to modern Greek kitchens, discover the story behind gemista—a timeless dish of stuffed vegetables that celebrates fresh ingredients, generous olive oil, and the warmth of Mediterranean family life.

Bowl of dried yellow split peas with olive oil, onion, celery, olive branches, and pea shoots arranged on a bright white surface in Mediterranean natural light.

Yellow Split Peas and Olive Oil | PJ Kabos Mediterranean Traditions

Rich in fiber, protein, healthy fats, and antioxidants, yellow split peas and high-phenolic olive oil complement one another beautifully. Discover why this timeless Mediterranean pairing is far greater than the sum of its parts.

Side-by-side bowls of traditional Greek Fava made from yellow split peas and Hummus made from chickpeas, topped with olive oil and Mediterranean garnishes.

Greek Fava vs. Hummus | PJ Kabos Mediterranean Traditions

Fava vs. Hummus: They may look similar, but these two Mediterranean classics are made from different legumes. Discover what makes each dish unique.

Close-up illustration of golden olive oil droplets representing the naturally occurring compound squalene in extra virgin olive oil.

Guide 12 | What Is Squalene in Olive Oil? Benefits, Sources & Why It Matters

What is squalene, and why is it attracting growing scientific interest? Discover where this remarkable naturally occurring compound is found, how it differs from squalane, why it matters in extra virgin olive oil, and what current research suggests about its potential role in human health.