The Guide To Extra Virgin Olive Oil In South Africa

15/12/2025

South African Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) producers are proving, once again, that quality, not scale, is what defines true excellence... 🇿🇦🏆

South African Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) producers are proving, once again, that quality, not scale, is what defines true excellence. In 2025, local olive farms earned some of the highest honours at major international competitions, outshining global heavyweights despite South Africa representing...

08/12/2025

Caption: we are so loving our distribution road trip to the Wellington, Riebeek Kasteel valleys, handing over the beautiful 2026 Guide to Extra Virgin Olive Oil in SA and meeting the people behind the excellent oils produced.

02/12/2025

Guess what's landed?

10K copies of the 2026 Guide to Extra Virgin Olive Oil in South Africa, distribution will commence shortly.

29/11/2025

Thank you so much to Ate Kitchen for the beautiful recipe calendar, notebooks, key ring and all the thoughtful goodies. What a treat!

Beyond the gifts, thank you for the incredible work you do throughout the year to champion South African EVOO. Your passion, and dedication uplift the industry, and we appreciate you more than you know.

19/11/2025

10,000 copies of the 2026 EVOOSA Guide are currently in production and will be ready for distribution just before the end of the year. Here’s a sneak peek!

Grab your free copy at any of the participating olive oil producers’ farms.

Thank you for the great work!

22/10/2025

The Dotoli family of have been involved with producing Extra Virgin Olive Oil for generations in the best Italian tradition on their estates on the slopes of the Vesuvio Volcano in Naples, Italy. In 2008 Antonio, (third generation Dotoli), took over the business, gaining invaluable experience by visiting olive estates across the globe and learning the best techniques and methods. His experience and the assistance of a professional Italian agronomist and master oil maker, combines the best of both worlds on this South African farm. The secret of Vesuvio is the passion, pride and expertise spanning generations of oil makers ensuring only the finest award winning Extra Virgin Olive Oil reaches the tables of their consumers.

To learn more about Vesuvio, visit our website (link in bio).

15/10/2025

13/10/2025

The 2025 SA Olive Awards took place recently in Wellington, honouring the country’s top Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) producers, shining a spotlight on the exceptional quality, passion, and innovation that continue to drive this fast-growing industry.

The Gold Award winners will be anticipating who will be in the ABSA TOP 10, to be announced at a prestigious luncheon at The Cathedral Cellar, KWV, in Paarl on Wed 15th Oct. Stay tuned!

SA Olive Industry Association, Absa South Africa,

07/10/2025

Throughout the classical wine-producing regions of the world, there is a natural association between the olive grove and the vineyard. At , this celebrated relationship continues. Visitors are invited to a unique olive oil tasting and learning experience and a glimpse into how their award winning Extra Virgin Olive Oils are produced.

To learn more about Tokara, visit our website (link in bio).

23/09/2025

.paisible – which means Peaceful Land – is located at the gateway to the Franschhoek Valley with awe-inspiring views of the Simonsberg mountains. The land there is a source of energy and revitalisation where a sense of abundance and peace envelops you.

They sustainably farm 5 different Italian varieties: Favolosa, Frantoio, Leccino, Coratina and Delicata. They hand-harvest and cold-press to preserve the natural antioxidants, oleic and linoleic acids, which contribute to your health and longevity.

Olive varietals each have their own unique flavour and by combining these flavours we have crafted three styles to enhance all your favourite recipes.

Visit our tranquil retreat where we have recently opened a world-class medical aesthetic and rejuvenation spa. Wine tastings by appointment on Sundays & Mondays.

To learn more about Terre Paisible, visit our website (link in bio).

15/09/2025

Riverbend Farm is a second-generation boutique family olive estate, started by Trevor and Kathleen Brodrick with the first olives pressed in 2005. The Olive Mill is conveniently positioned in the middle of the groves, ready to press the olives within 24 hours of hand-picking at optimal ripeness. The farm has been further developed by Allison and Francis who are passionate about making quality products and keen to accommodate smaller farms in the “Italian co-operative tradition” of producing oil for others too. Visitors are welcome to stay in the self- catering cottages on the banks of the river, in the olive grove or at the base of the majestic Rooiberg mountains.

To learn more about Riverbend Farm, visit our website (link in bio).

08/09/2025

.lami hosted a special olive oil tasting at the beautiful in Stellenbosch recently. The Guide to EVOOSA was a welcome part of her presentation.