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—INTRODUCING YOUR FIRST EVOO—
Meet the producers: Marianna & George.
It starts with love. George was a country boy from Kalentzi who took Marianna, a physicist from Athens to his family’s groves where she became obsessed with olive oil.
From certified city girl, to certified EVOO sommelier and consultant, she’s now building on her husband's family groves to create something magical in the region, while championing the local varieties.
About the region.
Greece is the OG when it comes to EVOO. And when we think of specific regions that are famed for their oil, even amongst the Greeks themselves, it would have to be Crete and the Peloponnese Peninsula.
It’s here that we find Marianna & George in the village of Kalentzi—an ancient magical place that appears a little more wild and rugged than a typical picture perfect Greek landscape.
A clean mouthfeel and lingering flavour, with a vibrant bouquet of green notes. Pour some in a small wine glass, have a swirl, and expect aromas of...
How to pair it: Seasonal recipe spotlight.
This is a dish that perfectly marries lightness and depth. Plus, that whipped tahini is a winning topping for other seasonal soups or salads.
For Kali Jago, the chef behind this recipe that she created specifically for Marianna’s new season Greek oil “a good EVOO really makes the humble pulse sing”. We couldn’t agree more.
Time to vote! Was this oil peppery, bitter, delicate? Did you like it, or do you prefer something stronger or softer? Help us source and curate oils that excite and delight our club members.
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Booking some upcoming travel? As a member of our Olive Oil Club, we'll give you a £20 gift card for our site when they visit one of our producers for a tasting.
From grove walks to dinners under the stars, it's a great way to dive more into the world of EVOO and support farmers doing right by people and planet.