Discovering Abruzzo's Olive Oil among the Teramo hills

Behind the extra virgin olive oil born among the Teramo hills lies a story that is both simple and powerful: a tree that has withstood centuries of winters, a family harvesting olives by hand just like their grandparents did, and a mill filled with a scent that is ancient yet incredibly alive.

Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is the invisible thread running through the entirety of Abruzzo cuisine. It is the first and final ingredient of almost every dish, the magic touch that transforms simple ingredients into memorable meals.

Understanding it doesn't require any special expertise. It simply takes a desire to taste, a bit of curiosity, and a slice of good bread.

Come with me, I will take you straight to the heart of our local farms to meet the passionate people who bring this product to life.

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A journey of flavors: an experience for erveryone

Discovering Abruzzo’s olive oil is a warm, unpretentious experience. It is about local families opening their doors to you, pouring a generous drizzle of oil over a slice of toasted bread, and simply asking if you like it.

The harvest season, running from October to November, is a spectacle that words can hardly describe: the landscape fills with vibrant nets spread beneath the olive trees, and the crisp air carries the intense aroma of fresh olives.
Every family gathers for their own harvest—the most important event of the year.

Our olive oil is best understood at the table. That is why every experience I design always includes a dedicated food moment: a rustic lunch at an agriturismo (farmhouse), a traditional snack featuring local specialties, or a freshly made bruschetta.
Because it is only in the right setting that the experience truly comes to life.

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How your Olive Oil Experience with Matteo works

Every itinerary is tailor-made based on the season—and during the right months, you can even join the harvest!

Your options include:

• Half-Day: A visit to a local olive mill, meeting the producer, and a guided tasting paired with artisanal bread and local products.
• Full-Day: A journey through two or three boutique olive farms in the Teramo area, an olive-oil-themed lunch at a traditional farmhouse, and a visit to a medieval village in the afternoon.
• The Harvest Experience (October–November): Active participation in the olive harvest and a live visit to the mill to see the pressing process. A hands-on, deeply authentic experience that is hard to find anywhere else.

We start from Tortoreto Lido, and I will take care of all the planning.

Let me know when you want to visit!

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