we offer Extra Virgin Olive Oil tastings & Experiences
imagine a journey into the delights of the sensory world of extra virgin olive oil
Learn about the valuable culture of olive oil, its production, the certification of “extra virgin”, how to choose & store olive oil and above all the extraordinary health benefits.
discover our collection of experiences below that can be shaped around any occasion.
1. The Introduction
An initiation into extra virgin olive oil & the art of olive oil tasting.
Duration: Approximately 1½ hour
Includes:
Guided tasting of extra virgin olive oils
Learning to taste like a professional
Understanding the basics of extra virgin olive oil and the significant health benefits
bread and salt
Tips on choosing high quality Extra virgin olive oil and storage
Every event is personal, each is bespoke
2. The Workshop
A wider exploration of extra virgin olive oil and its many cultivars and flavours.
Duration: approximately 3 hours
Includes:
Tastings of extra virgin olive oils
Understanding extra virgin olive oil including fruitiness, bitterness, and pungency and the significant health benefits
presentation & visuals of harvest, milling, and production
Tips on choosing high quality Extra virgin olive oils, storage and food pairings
Light seasonal bites for pairing with oils
wine
dive deeper into extra virgin olive oil with
a food and wine paring adventure
3. The Luxury Seafood Experience
A pairing of seafood, showcasing how extra virgin olive oil can elevate and transform a dish
Duration: approximately 3 hours
Includes:
extra virgin olive oil tastings to pair with seafood and wine
Understanding the basics of Extra virgin olive oil including fruitiness, bitterness, and pungency and the significant health benefits
Visuals and discussion on history, terroir, harvest, milling and production
Tips on choosing high quality Extra virgin olive oils, storage and food pairing
4. The Food, Oil and Wine Experience
a luxurious culinary experience celebrating the very best of Extra virgin olive oil, food and wine.
Duration: approx 4 hours
Includes:
One-hour guided olive oil tasting and full workshop
Multi-course seasonal tasting menu
Wine & extra virgin olive oil pairings curated to complement each course
Storytelling around olive cultivars, terroir & wine.
Tips on choosing high quality Extra virgin olive oils, storage and food pairings