Olive Oil Knowledge Course and Sensory Tasting
Overview
A sensory experience not to be missed in the heart of Rome, in the Trastevere district, a picturesque area a stone's throw from the historic center, with a native English-speaking professional taster.
In two hours the participants will learn how to taste an oil in a professional way: a must, a unique journey, perfect to get closer to the Italian food and wine culture and the famous Mediterranean diet.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Cups, placemats, napkins and equipment necessary for tasting.
Meeting Location
Piazza di San Cosimato
00153 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Course of approach to the knowledge of extra virgin olive oil with sensory analysis of the oil with glass. You will taste 4 different award-winning Italian oils of different intensity.
TOPICS OF THE COURSE:
HISTORICAL NOTES ON THE OLIVE TREE AND OIL
OIL CULTURE IN THE MEDITERRANEAN COUNTRIES THE OLIVE HINT OF AGRONOMY
THE COLLECTION AND PRODUCTION OF OIL
DOP, PGI AND ORGANIC CERTIFICATIONS
THE NUTRACEUTICAL AND HEALTH PROPERTIES OF OIL THE DEFECTS AND CLASSIFICATION OF OILS
HOW TO COOK WITH OIL
HOW TO CHOOSE AN OIL
HOW TO STORE OIL
At the end a nominative diploma of participation will be issued.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-5574253P1
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