Olive Oil Tasting in Heraklion

Olive Oil Tasting in Heraklion In a Nutshell

Treat yourself to a whole hour of ambrosial exploration and well-being sensation with an exceptional olive oil tasting in Heraklion. Nourish your body and taste buds while trying out Crete’s liquid gold, the world-renowned olive oil.

Start Time	6:30 pm
Duration	1 hour
Rates	Small group/per person: 50€
Highlights	.Discover captivating mythological and Greek historical facts right in the city center of Heraklion told by a specialized English guide. .Engage in an interactive gastronomy exploration with firsthand pairing and feel the true intensity of the Mediterranean aromas. .Relish the taste of three awarded varieties of Cretan olive oil, rich in quality and flavor, in the finest olive oil tasting in Heraklion.
Inclusions	.A specialized English speaking guide .Small portions of three different olive oils .Some olives .Water .Some flavors for the olive oil pairing
Exclusions	.Alcoholic Beverages .Snacks and Meals .Transfers
Additional Info	.If you have any food allergies or food-related issues, please inform us in advance.

Olive Oil Tasting in Heraklion Itinerary

The history of Olive Oil

Meet at 18:30 and find out all there is to know about olive oil, its historical and cultural importance, as well as key production details.

Olive Oil Tasting

It’s time to see what the traditional olive oil is all about. Try each one of the three varieties provided and pick a favorite.

Olive Oil Pairing

Try some more olive oil and this time pair it with flavors that match, certainly one of the most exciting things to do in Crete.

What to Expect from Olive Oil Tasting in Heraklion

Unfold the true value of goddess Athena’s precious gift to man, participating in one of the most insightful things to do in Crete. Obtain hands-on experience of olive oil pairing in a private setting in Heraklion. Figure out the best Mediterranean flavors that go with each variety and savor the delicious result of a truly luscious synthesis. Appreciate the fine taste of three different types of olive oil, all awarded and produced in Crete’s flourishing olive groves – a must if you’re looking for things to do in Heraklion. Trace the olive oil’s journey through time, starting from antiquity, through the centuries, and leading to this day. Follow the production trail, from harvest to consumption and all cultural elements tied with Greek tradition while enjoying this fascinating olive oil tasting in Heraklion.