Olive Oil Tasting at the Mykonian Farm
Duration
daily
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Olive Oil has been a cornerstone of Greek cuisine for centuries, treasured for its rich taste and health benefits. In this unique experience, you’ll dive deep into the world of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO), learning to identify its distinct aromas and flavors through tasting and smelling techniques. Explore the nuances of what makes a quality olive oil “fruity,” “bitter,” or “spicy” and understand the significance of the Mediterranean Diet. This activity is an immersive way to appreciate EVOO's health and beauty benefits, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Route
Starts from
Mykonos
Ends in
Mykonos
Pickup Location
Mykonos, 17:00
Dropoff Location
Mykonos, 19:00
Highlights
Itinerary
Olive Oil has been the most important culinary ingredient for Greeks since ancient times. Homer called it the “Liquid Gold” and Hippocrates the “Great Healer”. It is considered the most healthy fat on earth, containing loads of antioxidants, fatty acids, and vitamins and is the core element of the Mediterranean Diet.
During this activity, you will learn how to smell and taste in order to discover the incredible aromas and flavors of some of the finest Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oils. You will participate in an olive oil tasting experience that will help you understand the true meaning of “extra virgin” as well as how to describe an olive oil correctly with terms such as “fruity”, “bitter” and “spicy”. You will discover how to recognize a defective olive oil from a good one. This activity also aims to introduce you to the uniqueness of the Mediterranean Diet and all the health & beauty benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO), which can transform your life forever. This is the perfect activity to live and share with your family & friends.
Trip includes
Included
English speaking professional guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
EnglishTransportation from/to the hotel or port
* An additional transfer fee (10,00€ per person/cash on the spot) will apply for transfers from/to hotels in the areas of Elia, Kalafatis, Agrari, Panormos, Super Paradise, Kanalia & remote areas.
A short history of Greek olive tree & olive oil.
The basic principles of olive oil tasting and sensory analysis.
The important elements that characterize an Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Tasting of 2 Award-winning Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oils and 2 olive oils with negative attributes.
The basic health benefits of olive oil.
Biodegradable tasting glasses.
Excluded
Lunch
Vegetarian
Halal
MeatTravel Incurance
Anything that is not specified in the program as included
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