Olive Oil Tasting & Food Pairing
Olive oil is the 'liquid gold of the earth' (Homer, 9th century BC). Would you like to find out the secrets of this treasure, which is its key element of the Cretan diet for 4000 years?
At our restaurant we organize tastings of Extra Virgin Olive Oils in groups of 2-12 people. The olive oil tasting is done in absolute harmony with the eating habits that prevail on the island which are based on the excellent raw materials, as well as the right blending of tradition with modern trends. With us: • you will enjoy a wide variety of flavors and aromas, found in the finest extra virgin olive oils of Crete. • You will discover the roots and history of olive oil. • You will learn how it is produced, how it is processed and how it is harmoniously combined with dishes of local Cretan cuisine. Register NOW and enjoy. Being olive oil tasting certified we promise a unique experience.
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Olive Oil Tasting
What's included in Olive Oil Tasting & Food Pairing
(Subject to Option Inclusions)With us you will enjoy a wide variety of flavors and aromas, found in the finest extra virgin olive oils of Crete. • You will discover the roots and history of olive oil. • You will learn how it is produced, how it is processed and how it is harmoniously combined with dishes of local Cretan cuisine. Register NOW and enjoy. Being olive oil tasting certified we promise a unique experience.
Food Menu
STARTER - Black – eyed Peas with flower of sea Salt
STARTER - Marinated Sardine fillets on crispy bruschetta with avocado mousse & herb sauce
STARTER - Assortment of local Cheese
MAIN - Linguini a la Vongole (with fruit di mare)
(Choice of one of the main dishes)
MAIN - Sea Bass Fillet with fennel, tomato comfit & fresh herbs
(Choice of one of the main dishes)
MAIN - Lamb in vine leaves, stuffed with gruyere & vegetables
(Choice of one of the main dishes)
Inclusions
- 1. Black – eyed Peas 2. Marinated Sardine fillets with avocado 3. Assortment of local Cheese 4. Linguini a la Vongole, OR Sea Bass Fillet with fennel, OR Lamb in vine leaves, stuffed with gruyere
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The olive oil tastings are taking place in the Veneto Restaurant at the old town of Rethymno, Crete
