{"id":1115,"date":"2016-12-01T15:05:16","date_gmt":"2016-12-01T15:05:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bonplan_en.anakena.info\/?p=1115"},"modified":"2020-03-23T16:23:43","modified_gmt":"2020-03-23T15:23:43","slug":"catalan-olive-oil-good-quality","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barcelona-top-travel-tips.com\/catalan-olive-oil-good-quality\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to buy good Catalan olive oil in Barcelona?"},"content":{"rendered":"
You will almost certainly have heard of the Mediterranean diet and its reputation for long life and good health, but what is behind it? Mainly eating huge quantities of fruit, vegetables and good quality olive oil, which helps reduce cholesterol and is particularly good for the pancreas and stomach.<\/p>\n
Olive oil has been consumed for centuries, and there are numerous references to it in the bible. Although it originated in the Mediterranean basin between Greece and Syria, today it is Spain that holds the world record for production. It is also the country with the most olives in the world!<\/p>\n
\nCatalonia produces almost 25,000 tonnes of olive oil every year. The vast majority of this is extra virgin, meaning it is the best possible quality.\n<\/p>\n
There are various types of olive oil::<\/p>\n
Just like with wine, the quality of olive oil is ensured using designations of origin. In Catalonia you can find the following:<\/p>\n
Catalan olive oil is generally very good quality and a source of real gastronomic interest. Some people even organise olive oil tastings!<\/p>\n
If you have the means to use it in large quantities, for example in frying food, you will notice a big difference in the quality compared to other oils, not to mention the health benefits!<\/p>\n
However, the high price of Catalan olive oil means it is often used more judiciously, for example in salad dressing, or drizzled over tomato bread or even on its own with a little bread. It is also a great gift to bring back from your trip to Barcelona.<\/p>\n
Catalan people are very proud of their local olive oil, and in Barcelona certain stores specialise in it. Expect to pay between 5 and 25 euros for a bottle of virgin or extra virgin oil.<\/p>\n
The name of this olive oil shop means “liquid gold”, so it’s easy to gather that its products are of the highest quality! However the prices are high.<\/p>\n
They also offer all sorts of olive-oil based products from pâté to vinegar and even including cosmetics.<\/p>\n
La Chinata is special as it doesn’t just sell olive oil, but has been producing it since 1932. Their oil is known for its quite dense fruity aroma and sweet taste.<\/p>\n
As well as oil, La Chinata makes olive oil-based cosmetics and food products such as vinegar, honey, salt, purée, and cheese conserved in oil…<\/p>\n
In the neighbourhood of Gràcia, Oli Sal’s owner offers a carefully selected range of regional olive oils. Don’t hesitate to ask her advice as she personally tests all the products sold in her shop.<\/p>\n
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