Olive Oil Seminar with Tasting in Metaggitsi Halkidiki

Halkidiki, Greece
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Duration2h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 9 travelers

Overview

Get to know the region better and discover what the local inhabitants do. Every country, every region, and even every village has its own history and its own olive varieties that have developed naturally there.

Whether you're a connoisseur or a novice, become a professional olive oil taster.

- How is olive oil produced?

- How can I recognize a high-quality olive oil, and what are its characteristics?

- Are there differences between olive oils?

- Is olive oil healthy?

- Which oil should I use in my cooking?

- What should I look for when buying olive oil?

- Why is olive oil expensive?

Despite the high prices, not all olive oils are of high quality. After the seminar, you'll be able to distinguish between high-quality olive oils yourself, anywhere in the world.

English: Monday and Thursday

What's included

  • 1x Olive Oil Seminar Brochure/Booklet
  • 1x Seminar Participation Certificate
  • Snacks (Tzatziki, olives, bread, tomatoes and more)
  • 1x Bottle of drinking water
  • 1x Bottle Olive Oil (Local) 100ml
  • Other olive oil products, olives, honey and cosmetics (available for purchase in the Market/Shop)

What to expect

Greece is one of the oldest olive-growing regions in the world. Welcome to the region of Halkidiki, home to the world-famous green Halkidiki olives and the great philosopher Aristotle. The village of Metaggitsi on Sithonia is known throughout the region as the "olive oil village" of Halkidiki! For generations, the village has cultivated the local "Galani" olive variety, from which 90% of the olive oil is produced. You will become a professional olive oil taster. You will learn about high-quality olive oil and the olives from the region. All your questions about olive oil will be answered. Because not all olive oils are created equal, or of high quality. You will learn and experience this and much more in the tasting seminar. Duration: 2 hours. Location: Behind the farm shop, in the middle of the small olive grove, weather permitting. Water, bread, and cold traditional snacks will be provided for participants. After the seminar, you will receive a certificate of participation and brochure. If you'd like to buy local products such as olive oil, olives, cosmetics, and honey, you'll find them in the farm shop. Payment options: cash or debit card. A restroom is available.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In Metaggitsi on the mainstreet. Google Maps 8MF6+MH Metagkitsi

End point

In Metaggitsi on the mainstreet. Google Maps 8MF6+MH Metagkitsi

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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