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More than any other Greek product, olive oil evokes the very essence of the healthy Mediterranean diet. Rich in antioxidants and with anti-inflammatory properties, Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is a daily necessity that should not be missing from any table. Minerva EVOO is made with olives that are hand-picked, to avoid bruising, and that grow in the ideal conditions. The result, an EVOO with a luxurious texture, a deep fruity flavor and tangy finish. Perfect for cold and hot preparations in salad dressings, sauces and drizzled on dips and spreads, this prized olive oil is also delicious savored with warm bread.

With a distinctive taste that generations upon generations of people in Greece associate with delicious family meals, olive oil is an indispensable part of daily life in every Greek household. Light green in color, and with the light flavor of freshly-cut olives, Minerva Olive Oil is made with 100% pure olive oil. More delicate in flavor than Extra Virgin Olive Oil, our Classic Oil is incredibly versatile because it highlights the flavor of food. Enjoy Minerva Olive Oil in salad dressings, marinades, soups and sauces – and as an ingredient in dips and spreads.

Considered sacred by the Ancient Greeks, the olive tree is the oldest known cultivated tree in history. With roots dating back to 600 BC Greece and Italy, this life-giving tree helped sustain civilizations bordering the Mediterranean Sea for many millennia. Today, the prized Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) from the sturdy olive tree is a staple in every Greek household, used not only in cuisine but in family and religious rituals. A core component of the Mediterranean Diet, which calls for using olive oil instead of butter or margarine, EVOO an antioxidant powerhouse with anti-inflammatory properties known to protect against heart disease. Krinos EVOO is made with olives from Kalamata, in the heart of the Peloponnese, the most famous olive region in Greece. Our olives are cultivated by small family owned growers who hand-pick the olives to avoid bruising, and then gently cold-press them to preserve their full flavor. The result is a delicious olive oil with a rich aroma, fruity flavor, silky texture and the characteristic tangy finish of great EVOOs. This exceptional and versatile olive oil is wonderful for everyday hot and cold preparations, including salad dressings, marinades, sauces, soups and stews. With a stronger flavor profile than a regular olive oil, Krinos EVOO is delicious drizzled over spreads and savored with bread.