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Rome Olive Oil Tasting: Masterclass Experience

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Overview

Quotes Logo Masterclass Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Table Olives in Rome offers a sensory journey into the world of Italian olive oil. This unique experience, in the heart of Rome, is perfect for food lovers who want to learn about the secrets of "liquid green gold" and table olives.

Participants will discover Italy's rich olive-growing heritage, learning about the different types of olive oils and how they are made. A professional oil taster, certified by the Italian Olive Oil Consortium, guides the class, teaching participants how to recognize quality EVOO through organoleptic analysis. This includes learning about the origin of olive oil, its classification, and why it's important for health.

During the 2-hour course, guests will participate in guided practical tasting tests to recognize the merits and flaws of EVOO and table olives. At the end of this sensory journey, participants will gain the skills to recognize quality EVOO and table olives for their home or business. Quotes Logo

Highlights

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Taste Real Italian Olive Oil: Try different kinds of Extra Virgin Olive Oil and learn how to tell the good ones from the not-so-good ones.

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Learn from a Pro: A trained olive oil expert will teach about the flavors and smells of olive oil.

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Small Group Fun: Enjoy a cozy class setting where it's easy to ask questions.

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Take Home a Gift: Get a free small bottle of Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil to enjoy at home.

Sentiment Analysis

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Customers generally have a great time at the olive oil tasting. They learn a lot and enjoy the hands-on experience. Quotes Logo

  • Positive Highlight Icon Customers loved learning how to taste olive oil properly.

    Positive Highlight Icon Many enjoyed the small class size, which made it feel personal.

    Positive Highlight Icon Guests found the information shared very helpful and interesting.

    Positive Highlight Icon People appreciated the chance to try different olive oils and olives.

  • Negative Highlight Icon Some felt the location was a bit hard to find.

    Negative Highlight Icon A few wished for more time to ask questions.

The Journey

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Italy's First School of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Located in the heart of Rome, this school is dedicated to the study and appreciation of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It provides a unique setting for learning about olive oil production, quality assessment, and its health benefits.

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Rome

The starting point of the tour, Rome serves as the backdrop for this culinary exploration. The city's rich history and culinary traditions provide the perfect setting to discover the importance of olive oil in Mediterranean cuisine.

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Mediterranean Region (in context)

While not a physical location on the tour, the Mediterranean region is central to the experience as the origin of the Mediterranean diet. Discussions and tastings highlight the significance of olive oil as a staple ingredient in this healthy and flavorful cuisine.

Know Before You Go

This experience includes a 2-hour class with a professional olive oil taster, where participants will taste different EVOO oils and two types of table olives. As a bonus, guests receive a small bottle of 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil. This experience does not include additional food and drinks.

Hot Tip

Some travelers say that it may be difficult to find the location, so it's best to arrive early to find the location stress-free.

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