Olive oil is definitely an essential part of our cuisine. In Spain we do not say “olive oil adds” we say “add oil” because it is always olive, and almost always virgin.

For those not familiar with this product at least know that it is an essential part of the Mediterranean diet, its magnificent nutritional qualities and how healthy it is. For those who know the product first thing you say is “how delicious”!! Because when you know you know that an oil, in itself, is a delicacy. When you find that oil, one rather specific, newly produced, good harvest, good quality, then you just need to put it on a plate and dip a piece of bread.

Once you closed your eyes and fragrance invade you, which moment!

Behind a good oil is a quality process, made with the wisdom that gives the tradition and love of those who love their work.

You can see in several languages, a good, brief explanation of this process on the website of Nian, much olive oil as they come!

If you go to Barcelona tapas or dishes, and in the kitchen or at the tables not see a good olive oil…stop! Look elsewhere!

Photo courtesy Toni Ventura