Beginner Olive Oil Tasting Class

Join us and our on-staff Certified Olive Oil Sommelier for a curated tasting of our new harvest Southern Hemisphere Ultra-Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oils. As you taste the different oils we will discuss history, geography, and harvest and milling techniques. Learn the differences between mild, medium and robust oils and when best to use them. You will also learn the key role EVOO’s play in a healthy diet.

Includes: Bread, cucumbers, and sparkling water

Event Location

At: Venice Olive Oil Company

101 W Venice Ave #5
Venice FL, 34285

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Registration Form

Registrations are closed for this event.

Classes FAQ

Most classes will last 1 1/2 to 2 hours. You will have an opportunity to shop after class.

Classes are limited to 14 guests.

Most classes will include gluten and seafood, if this is an issue, please let us know in advance, and we will try to accommodate you.

Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.

Cancellation Policy

If we must cancel a class, we will make every attempt to reschedule as soon as possible. If you prefer, we are happy to refund your class fee.

If you need to cancel, we will offer a store credit that can be applied toward future classes or store merchandise.

Upcoming Events

Beginner Olive Oil Tasting Class

  • Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
  • Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
  • Price: $20.00 per person

Join us and our on-staff Certified Olive Oil Sommelier for a curated tasting of our new harvest Ultra-Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oils from Europe and California. As you taste the different oils we will discuss history, geography, and harvest and milling techniques. Learn the differences between mild, medium and robust oils and when best to use them. You will also learn the key role EVOO's play in a healthy diet.

Superstar Spring Salads

  • Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
  • Time: 11:30 am - 1:15 pm
  • Price: $65.00 per person

Elevate your salads from a so-so side dish to a healthy and delicious superstar! Learn how to build on a basic oil and vinegar vinaigrette to create four different sensational, seasonal dressings. Highlights include:
Butterfly Shrimp Pasta Salad
Minted Asparagus and Pea Salad
Mixed Melon Feta Salad
Mediterranean White Bean Salad

Menu does contain seafood.

Includes: non-alcoholic beverages.
Gluten free options available.

Focaccia Garden

  • Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
  • Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
  • Price: $65.00 per person

Join us for our popular Make and Take it Focaccia Garden Class!

Class includes everything to make and decorate a beautiful edible focaccia bread centerpiece. Unleash your inner culinary artist! We will make, assemble and decorate the bread in class and you will take it home to bake it. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.