Olive Oil Tasting

If you share a passion for olive oil, let yourself be invited into a world of aromas, flavors, textures, and sensations. Discover how olives are grown in Provence and their amazing health benefits.

Olive Oil Tasting Workshop

Get ready for an olfactory journey through the Mediterranean where you’ll learn to distinguish between virgin and extra virgin olive oil. We’ll guide you through a sensory experience to identify the unique attributes, aromas, and flavors of olive oil.

This workshop concludes with tasting of bruschettas with seasonal vegetables, fresh regional cheeses, and local Luberon wine.

Time: 10:00 am  – 12:0o pm / 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Place: Olive grove in Gordes
Pricing: Starts at 130€ per person (minimum six people)
About Charlotte: Inspired by the remarkable quality and versatility of olive oil, Charlotte pursued formal training with LOVE and the Olive Oil Times, earning her Olive Oil Sommelier certification in London. Today, she is also a certified judge for AOP Provence through the Centre Technique de l’Olivier in Aix en Provence. Her passion for olive oil stems from its accessibility and health benefits, describing it as “a remarkable product with endless flavour possibilities.”

Olive Oil & Ice Cream Workshop

Enjoy a one-hour experience at your private home or villa that includes an organic olive oil tasting and a unique pairing with homemade ice creams and sorbets.

Learn how olives are grown, the meaning behind terms like “extra virgin” and “cold-pressed,” and how to identify distinct aromas in three olive oil varieties.

Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Place: At your rental villa or home.
Pricing: 50 € per person (minimum six people)

About Charlotte: Inspired by the remarkable quality and versatility of olive oil, Charlotte pursued formal training with LOVE and the Olive Oil Times, earning her Olive Oil Sommelier certification in London. Today, she is also a certified judge for AOP Provence through the Centre Technique de l’Olivier in Aix en Provence. Her passion for olive oil stems from its accessibility and health benefits, describing it as “a remarkable product with endless flavour possibilities.”

Olive Oil Tasting & Gourmet Dinner

Embark on a sensory journey through Provence with a guided tasting of exceptional, organic olive oils, followed by a gourmet meal inspired by the oils you’ve just explored. Each course is thoughtfully crafted with seasonal ingredients and local delicacies.

Set in the comfort of your villa or garden, this experience is perfect for food lovers seeking a deeper connection to Provence.

Place: Your home or rental villa.
Pricing: Determined based on needs.
About Charlotte: Inspired by the remarkable quality and versatility of olive oil, Charlotte pursued formal training with LOVE and the Olive Oil Times, earning her Olive Oil Sommelier certification in London. Today, she is also a certified judge for AOP Provence through the Centre Technique de l’Olivier in Aix en Provence. Her passion for olive oil stems from its accessibility and health benefits, describing it as “a remarkable product with endless flavour possibilities.”

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