5 experiencias gastronómicas con aceite de oliva

The consumer is no longer satisfied with the material. Now he is committed to enriching himself through personal experiences driven by the desire to connect authentically with culture, gastronomy and the environment. For example, What would you prefer as a gift: a bottle of EVOO or a workshop as a couple to learn to differentiate the nuances of extra virgin olive oil? If you answered the second option, discover 5 gastronomic experiences with olive oil.

And don't worry, you won't be alone. In fact, according to the global report Experience Economy, 94% of Spaniards consume experiences. Specifically, outdoor, cultural, musical, cinematographic and gastronomic events occupy their preferences. Ready to immerse yourself in the universe of EVOO?

EVOO tastings: a proposal for the palate

We begin the review of gastronomic experiences with olive oil with a classic: extra virgin olive oil tasting. This activity consists of taste several varieties of EVOO, guided by an expert, analyzing their sensory attributes: color, aroma, flavor and texture. What will it bring you?

• Sensory education: You will learn to recognize qualities and nuances, improving your selection in the kitchen.
• Gourmet pleasure: you will discover Premium EVOOs, often of limited production.
• Social relations: Although they are usually organized in small groups, you will be able to meet other people interested in gastronomy.
• Health: and by the way, between tasting and tasting, you can benefit from the healthy properties of EVOO, rich in antioxidants, vitamins and monounsaturated fatty acids.

Olive oil production workshops: for DIY lovers

Olive oil is a staple of Mediterranean cuisine, but do you know how liquid gold is made? In these workshops you will be able know and put into practice the complete process: olive harvest, grinding, decanting and packaging, either globally or focusing on a particular phase. Generally, theory is combined, taught by professionals in the sector, with extensive practical content. Thus, these gastronomic experiences with olive oil will give you the following:

• Connection with tradition: You will experience the centuries-old work of olive tree cultivation.
• Sustainability: you will understand ecological practices and regenerative agriculture.
• Active learning: You will learn in a practical way how the oil is made, which will strengthen your gastronomic knowledge.
• Personal memory: You can take your own EVOO with a personalized label.

Beauty treatments: olive therapy to pamper your body

For the most hedonistic, gastronomic experiences with olive oil also include activities focused on beauty and well-being. Thus, through the olive therapy , you can nourish your skin and hair with the rich properties of EVOO while you relax. Massages with olive oil, baths with EVOO or facial and body treatments are some of the options available. Why choose them?

• Cosmetic benefits: You will be able to improve the appearance of your skin and hair using a 100% natural ingredient.
• Relaxation: Nor should we ignore the state of relaxation that you will achieve through these activities.

Routes through the olive grove: a walk through tradition

Are you looking for simplicity? Just walk around andalusian countryside. The routes through the olive grove, which combine hiking, cycle tourism and/or horseback riding among ancient olive trees, are a good way to reconnect. Did you know that, according to studiesDo these so-called “forest baths” have a high therapeutic power? And you will also enjoy the following advantages:

• Contact with nature: You will deepen the history of landscapes that aspire to become a World Heritage.
• Culture and heritage: By including stops at strategic points, you will also approach the history of the environment.
• Photography and leisure: You will enjoy opportunities to enjoy photography and gastronomic offer in the area.
• Physical well -being: You will exercise your body while walking.

Oleotourism: 360 of gastronomic experiences with olive oil

Are you undecided? Then, oleotourism is your best option to dive in the world of olive oil. This tourist modality, which takes Routes and a multitude of activities around the Aove, becoming an integral immersion in the olive grove.

• Knowledge: You can learn the history that surrounds the oleic sector and its socioeconomic impact, as well as the ancient and modern oil processing process.
• Local gastronomy: Oleotourism includes tasting menus where Aove is the protagonist on each dish.
• Complementary activities: Museums, singular spaces, showcookings, expert conferences and all kinds of activities are common in oleotourism proposals.

In any case, gastronomic experiences with olive oil offer sensory, cultural and healthy enrichment. Ready to live it in the first person? Reserve your visit to Guzmán Hacienda, where we put the five centuries of olive tradition of our farm and the superior quality of our gourmet year at your disposal so that you live an unforgettable trip. We are waiting for you!