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We’re overjoyed to announce that Yapapi has earned the prestigious Gold Award at the Specialist Awards 2025 — one of Greece’s most respected blind-tasting competitions across food and drink categories  . Now in its fifth year, the Specialist Awards celebrate exceptional quality, transparency, and excellence in production. 🔍 Why the Specialist Awards Matter Blind-tasted by 100 expert judges—chefs, sommeliers, journalists, and lab analysts—ensuring rigorous assessment . Recognizes top-tier food products in Greece, with winners gaining visibility among retailers, influencers, and food professionals . Gold is the highest medal after Platinum; only the best products earn it in each category. Competing against...

Introducing the Yapapi Yearly Supply Pack At Yapapi, we’re always looking for ways to combine quality, sustainability, and smart choices for our customers. That’s why we created the Yearly Supply Pack—an ideal way to enjoy premium extra virgin olive oil all year round, without compromising on freshness or taste. Here’s why it matters—and why we believe this is the smartest way to stock up on olive oil. Bulk Buying Done Right: Preserve Quality with Small Bottles We all know the benefits of buying in bulk: it’s more economical, more sustainable, and reduces shipping and packaging waste. But when it comes...

That distinct bitterness you feel when swallowing extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is not a flaw—it’s a hallmark of high quality and nutritional richness. This bitter note comes primarily from the presence of polyphenols, natural antioxidants that give olive oil its unique health-promoting properties. 🧪 Polyphenols: Nature’s Defense Mechanism in Olive Oil Polyphenols are natural compounds found in high concentrations in quality extra virgin olive oil. They are responsible for the bitter and pungent flavors, as well as for the oil’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. One of the main polyphenols is oleuropein, which gives olive oil its characteristic bitterness. Another key...

In the world of olive oil, few names command as much respect as Koroneiki — a variety often hailed as the “Queen” of olives. Renowned for its exceptional quality, high polyphenol content, and rich, fruity aroma, Koroneiki has long been the backbone of Greece’s olive oil legacy. At Yapapi Olive Oil, we embrace this noble variety to craft oils that speak of tradition, purity, and a passion for excellence. What Makes Koroneiki So Special? Originating from the sun-drenched groves of southern Greece, the Koroneiki olive is small in size but mighty in character. This hardy cultivar thrives in our Mediterranean climate,...