Olive oil tasting & light lunch in Messinia, Greece!

Visit a 13th century Byzantine castle, 10 minutes from Ancient Messini & unravel the history, tradition and myths of the castle olive trees!

Experience a guided 30-minute relaxing stroll through the olive groves, enjoy the experience of a lifetime by handpicking olives using a net.

Taste fresh and warm extra virgin olive oil, while the 5th generation owners explain you the extraction process!

Participate in the olive oil tasting with different varieties of olive oil and discover the main principles of food pairing! The tasting session includes at least 3 different varieties of extra virgin olive oil, focusing on sensory tasting, defects and positive traits.

You’ll get hands-on experience on preparing a simple Greek recipe such as Mani salad, tzatziki dip or kagianas omelette, and then enjoy a light or a full traditional meal!
Cooking is available March to October and full or light lunch is provided upon request.

A 5-hour guided olive oil tour that includes a visit to the magnificent 13th century Frankish castle, a walk through an olive grove and an olive oil tasting workshop. A tour designed for experience seekers and nature lovers who have a passion for olive oil, nature, tradition and traditional Greek gastronomy.

Sample Menu

• Messinian mezedes! - Taste local appetizers such as sfela cheese, pasto (cured meat), Kalamatian olives, lalagia (looped ribbons of dough) or similar treats!