GIFT GUIDE: Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Liquid Gold)

An ideal gift for any foodie, olive oil comes in various styles. Much like wine, the flavour of olive oil is influenced by the cultivar, climate and maker – here are our favourites.

TOKARA OLIVE OIL COLLECTION GIFT TUBE  

This beautiful gift tube includes three olive oils from Tokara, a family-owned wine and olive estate in Stellenbosch. Included: Frantoio, Mission and the Multi Varietal olive oil. R255 for 3 x 250ml.

 

BABYLONSTOREN OLIVE OIL TRIO  

This pack includes all three of Babylonstoren’s olive oils — the single varietals, Frantoio and Coratina, and their extra virgin olive oil blend. R365 for the trio (3x 500ml).

 

BALEIA DIRECTORS BLEND EXTRA VIRGIN COLD-PRESSED OLIVE OIL 

This delicate oil features distinctive aromas of green tomatoes and artichokes with a hint of lemon freshness. R185.

 

MORGENSTER LEMON ENHANCED EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL 

This versatile olive oil works well as a marinade, drizzled over braaied fish, or poured over veggies and salad. R150 for 500ml.

 

RIO LARGO 

The extra virgin olive oil from Rio Largo comes packaged in a selection of beautifully designed decanters. R249 for 1 litre.

 

BABYLONSTOREN SOAP BAR

This vegan soap bar is made with cold-pressed olive oil lees from the farm’s own olive harvest, as well as shea butter and coconut oil. R420.