Join this masterclass at Italy's first school of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, located in the heart of Rome. Take advantage of this opportunity to discover the world of EVOO, the essential ingredient of the Mediterranean diet, and its fruit of origin, the olive. This guided sensory journey, unique in Rome and Italy, provides an overview of the main expressions of Italy's immense olive-growing heritage. Italy ranks first in the world for olive biodiversity with more than 500 cultivars (cultivated varieties) of olives.The tasting course is divided between theory and analysis practice. There will be a guided tasting of 5 samples of EVOO and 2 different types of table olives, structured to clarify the differences between quality Extra Virgin Olive Oils and olives.At the end of the experience, you will acquire the skills to recognize quality EVO Oil and table olives for your home or business.Tasting course content:The origin of olive oilClassification of olive oilsHow quality oil is produced and why it is important for healthHow to recognize a quality oil through organoleptic analysisTasting methodologyGuided practical tasting tests to recognize the merits and flaws of EVOO and table olives
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Train your senses during a guided tasting of 5 different EVO oils. Join a theory and practical masterclass with a professional taster. Deepen your knowledge about the “green gold” and table olives. Savor 2 different types of table olives paired with small tastings. Get a gift of a small bottle of 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
The school is located on Via Nazionale, just a few minutes from the historic center. Buses number 64 and 70 stop near the school.