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OLIVE VARIETIES - EXPLAINED

Leccino/Frantoio
Picual
Koroneiki
Both the Leccino and Frantoio olives originate in Italy. A smooth, mellow blend. Delicious on seafood to enhance the delicate flavour.
The Picual olive originates in Spain. It is a medium sized olive grown for oil but is large enough to pickle. Medium intensity with a pungent flavour. Use with root vegetables, tomatoes, chicken
The koroneiki olive originates in Greece. It is a small olive grown exclusively for oil. This oil has an intense flavour, fruity with a peppery finish. Ideal for dipping, drizzling on vegetables.

 




   
 

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