€7.90
Weight 260 g
The Taggiasca Olives, characteristic of the hills of Oneglia, are handpicked and prepared according to two ancient Ligurian recipes of the great-grandfather of the Mela family whose nickname was “Baciccia”. In “brine” with water, salt, thyme, bay leaf, rosemary and “in extra virgin olive oil” after having carefully pitted them. These small but tasty olives are found only in the province of Imperia in the Riviera di Ponente.
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“Taggiasca” pitted olives 70%, extra virgin olive oil 29%, aromatic herbs (including thyme and rosemary), acidity regulator: citric acid.
They are perfect to be enjoyed as an aperitif, excellent for focaccia, pizza, salads and very tasty in a nice tomato sauce or with baked fish.
Keep in a cold and dry place.
After opening, keep refrigerated covered with oil and consume within 15 days.
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The history of the olive oil mill of Sant’Agata d’Oneglia and the Mela family is inextricably linked to the history of Taggiasca olive trees: a variety which was introduced to the west coast of Liguria by Benedictine monks in 1600.
In 1827, the Mela family – one of the oldest families in Sant’Agata d’Oneglia – began to dedicate themselves to the production of extra virgin olive oil, pressing the sweet, tasty Taggiasca olives with the help of the village’s small stone press, which was operated by expending great physical effort.
Nowadays, this type of press has been replaced by new technology and more modern methods of production, which are able to ensure the quality and authenticity that customers look for and appreciate.
However, even though more modern equipment has replaced the old methods of production, the principles underlying the production of olive oil, and the passion and ability of the Mela family remain unaltered. These are the very values responsible for the success of the traditional recipes of the Mill and its extra virgin olive oil.
Its specialities are the first choice of chefs working in the most famous restaurants, as well as the most discerning delicatessen shops that promote typical Ligurian flavours, in countries as far apart as France and Germany, the United States and Japan.
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