What is
Ελαιόλαδο?

Olive oil is a liquid fat obtained from olives, a traditional tree crop of the Mediterranean Basin. It is produced by pressing whole olives and extracting the oil, commonly used in cooking, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and soaps, and as a fuel for traditional oil lamps.

Origins & History

Olive oil has its origins in the Mediterranean region, where olives have been cultivated and pressed for their oil for thousands of years. It holds significant cultural and historical importance in countries like Greece, Italy, and Spain.

Taste & Texture

Olive oil has a rich, fruity, and sometimes slightly bitter taste, with variations depending on the type of olives used and their ripeness when harvested.