OLIVE OIL TASTING
EXPLORE GREECE THROUGH TASTE
An immersive olive oil tasting experience inspired by the Greek land, its regions, and its food culture. TASTE up to 5 distinct varieties of extra virgin olive oil from diverse Greek regions, including 2 varieties from our FRESH Farm. LEARN the official olive oil tasting technique.
REALIZE the differences between an extra virgin olive oil, a seed oil and a defective olive oil, as well as many myths and truths about them. DISCOVER the secrets behind their unique flavors. FAMILIARIZE yourself with the correct ways of storing olive oil.
TASTING SELECTIONS
Every Friday at Fresh Hotel we host CORE OLIVE OIL TASTING. Guided by a certified Olive Oil Sommelier, guests will:
- Master the official olive oil tasting technique
- Learn the main stages of olive oil production
- Understand the difference between extra virgin and virgin olive oil
- Discover how to store olive oil properly
- Taste 4 distinct extra virgin olive oils, each representing a different variety and region of Greece
4 Olive Oil varieties, Duration: 45-60’ at 10:30am, 80€ per person
EXTENDED OLIVE OIL TASTING
Guided by a certified Olive Oil Sommelier, guests will:
- Master the official olive oil tasting technique
- Understand the key differences between olive oil and seed oils
- Learn the main stages of olive oil production
- Distinguish between extra virgin and virgin olive oil
- Discover how to store olive oil properly
- Taste 5 distinct extra virgin olive oils, each representing a different variety and region of Greece
The experience concludes with a light snack, featuring a cheese platter served with breadsticks and marmalade, the perfect finish to this sensory journey.
5 Olive Oil varieties, Duration: 90’ at 13:00pm, 120€ per person
OLIVE OIL GASTRONOMY
Guided by a certified Olive Oil Sommelier, guests will:
- Understand the foundations of sensory tasting and how to trust your senses
- Master the official olive oil tasting technique
- Explore the key differences between olive oil and seed oils
- Learn the main stages of olive oil production
- Distinguish between extra virgin and virgin olive oil
- Discover how to store olive oil properly
- Taste 5 distinct extra virgin olive oils, each representing a different variety and region of Greece
After the tasting, guests will enjoy a Greek degustation menu featuring local recipes paired with the extra virgin olive oils presented, an exploration of how olive oil enhances flavor and transforms food into an expression of culture.
5 Olive Oil varieties followed by fine dining olive oil pairing experience
Duration: 180’ at 19:00pm, 220€ per person
Limited availability, advance reservations required at: guest.relations@freshhotel.gr
GASTRONOMY MENU
Amuse bouche
Sea bass tartare with citrus fruits, chives, cucumber and ginger
– Elaikos Olive Oil
Salad
Cherry tomatoes, spring onion, capers, fresh herbs, carob rusks and “Tsalafouti” cheese
– Prestige Olive Oil
Starter
Grilled octopus with bean purée, herb oil, and pickled onion
– Argilos Olive Oil
Main Course
Black Angus rib eye with stew sauce and baby potatoes with fresh rosemary
– Fresh Olive Oil
Dessert
Chocolate mousse with olive oil and Aegina pistachio crumble
– Esti Olive Oil
