Inviting all olive oil lovers
Introductory Lesson
Taste olive oil Recognize high quality olive oil. Learn how to incorporate it in your recipes. The beautiful basics. An emphasis on the health benefits of Tuscany’s very best. It’s your time to dip* into the culture.
*a healthy dip/drizzle over bread also recommended
What to Expect
- 6 bottles (100 ml each) of high quality extra virgin olive oil sourced from Italy
- Learning material
- 1 private class over Zoom, 2 hours—invite your family, friends, & colleagues to join us
Tuition
190€ for the complete course, 30€ for each additional student – up to 5 students.
Olive Oil Aromas & Defects Workshop
Understand the process to make the most harmonious of high quality olive oil via a sample scent collection, along with learning storage tips for getting the most longevity out of your oils—when it’s good, it’s good till the last drop!
What to Expect
- 8 bottles (100 ml each) of high quality extra virgin olive oil sourced from Italy
- 1 kit per each student of 9 olive oil aromas and 3 olive oil defects
- Learning material
- 2 private classes over Zoom, 2 hours each—invite your family, friends, & colleagues to join us
Tuition
350€ for the complete course, 80€ for each additional student – up to 5 students. Once participating, if students choose to upgrade to the Expert & Sommelier course, 3 additional classes will be added for an added fee of 450€.
Expert & Olive Oil Sommelier Course
For all who are eager to to push forward their olive oil expertise—authentic olive oil lovers and professionals are welcome alike (restauranteurs, chefs, importers, distributors, retailers such as, grocery stores, speciality store managers, etc.). Learn tasting techniques, production process, how to evaluate olive oil, and of course, pair with food. Buon Appetito.
What to Expect
- 20 bottles (100 ml each) of high quality extra virgin olive oil sourced from Italy
- 1 kit per each student of 9 olive oil aromas and 3 olive oil defects
- Professional glassware set per each student for olive oil tasting (6 glasses)
- Learning material tailored to each session’s objective
- 5 private classes over Zoom, 2 hours each—invite your family, friends, & colleagues to join us
- Diploma
Tuition
750€ for the complete course, 130€ for each additional student – up to 5 students.
Technique Elevation Sessions Advanced
Refine your palate further. Tasting training sessions are now available for students of the Tuscany Olive Oil School who have previously participated in at least one class. Learning is essential, but as any motivated olive oil taster understands, consistent training is fundamental for maintaining and elevating the “tasting skills” treasure trove of aromatic notes and techniques to explore—no matter the origin olive grove. Select from flexible session schedules.
What to Expect
- Available selection of 1, 2, or 3 private classes over Zoom, 2 hours each
- 6, 12, or 18 bottles (100 ml each) of high quality extra virgin olive oil sourced from Italy
- Learning material
Tuition
200€, 300€, or 400€ dependent on selected session schedule
To reserve a class and upgrade your olive oil collection, say, "Ciao!" at: info@oliveoilschool.it
An initial PayPal request will be sent upon confirmation of enrollment. As soon as class materials are received, we’ll set a schedule together.
Please ask for a quote if you reside in a region not part of the UE or USA.