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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 oil

Classification of olive oils

How quality oil is produced and why it is important for health

How to recognize a quality oil through organoleptic analysis

Tasting methodology

Guided practical tasting tests to recognize the merits and flaws of EVOO and table olives

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Höjdpunkter

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

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Viktig information

Not suitable for:

Children under 12 years

Know in advance:

A minimum of 2 participants is required to carry out the masterclass
When you confirm your booking, please let the local provider know if you need a gluten-free option
Please arrive 5 minutes before the start time

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