{"id":6712,"date":"2017-10-24T13:18:26","date_gmt":"2017-10-24T11:18:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devourbarcelonafoodtours.com\/?p=6712"},"modified":"2023-04-19T16:21:59","modified_gmt":"2023-04-19T16:21:59","slug":"where-to-buy-olive-oil-in-barcelona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devourtours.com\/blog\/where-to-buy-olive-oil-in-barcelona\/","title":{"rendered":"Liquid Gold: Where to Buy the Best Olive Oil in Barcelona"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

In many countries, olive oil is a luxury. In Barcelona, though, it flows like water. Continue reading to find out where to buy olive oil in Barcelona, and you’ll be able to enjoy the this liquid gold at home!<\/p>\r\n

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Bringing home olive oil means enjoying that Mediterranean spirit for a few more weeks – or until your bottle runs out!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Background and production<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The cultivation of some of Spain’s best olive oil is believed to date back as far as 2500 BC. Nowadays many agree it’s the single most valuable ingredient in Mediterranean cooking. Spain is the number one producer of olive oil in the world and is responsible for more than 45% of the world\u2019s olive oil. The province of Ja\u00e9n in the community of Andalusia produces more olive oil than all of Greece, despite being the world\u2019s 3rd biggest producer!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Surprisingly, the majority of our liquid gold is sold to Italy\u201465% actually. There it’s mixed with other oils, re-branded and sold. Luckily, that tricky marketing tactic is changing, and there are now many Spanish producers who produce a multitude of award-winning oils.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Choosing the best olive oil in Barcelona<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In Spain, there are 260 different olive varieties overall. These are spread throughout 32 protected Designations of Origins or DOs. Just like wine, spirits and coffee, olive oils are rated for quality and defined by their taste. Which one you choose usually comes down to a matter of personal preference.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

From light and fruity Catalan oils to robust and strong bodied Andalusian varieties, there is an oil to please all palettes. Our best advice is to call on the experts, which is why we have compiled this list of some of our favorite places to pick up a bottle of the good stuff. Read on to find out where to buy olive oil in Barcelona.<\/p>\r\n

Best shops for buying olive oil in Barcelona<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Olis Oliva<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

You\u2019ll find this busy little shop<\/a> in the Born neighborhood. In 2005, the owner, Ana Mar\u00eda Garc\u00eda Webermann, and her son, Daniel, decided to open the first place in the market where locals could buy olive oil in Barcelona. They sell wonderful, high-quality Spanish extra-virgin olive oil in beautiful packaging. They also sell a range of other gourmet products including wines, vinegar and edible gifts. This is the perfect place to pick up gifts for family and friends before leaving the city.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Spain has more than 260 delicious varieties of olives to enjoy.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Oli Sal<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sandra Stefani opened this tranquil store in the Gracia neighborhood<\/a> in 2011. Her aim was to finally bring Spanish extra virgin olive oil to the gourmet level it deserves. It is still the only store in this charming neighborhood that specializes in oi0, as well as salt \u2014two big players in the Mediterranean diet. Rows and rows of pretty bottles line the shelves\u2014from economy-sized jugs and cans to small-packaged extra virgin olive oil, it\u2019s an olive oil lover\u2019s heaven<\/a>\u00a0and a great place to buy olive oil in Barcelona.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

La Chinata<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

La Chinata<\/a> is one of our favorite stores to explore is in the heart of Passeig del Born. With knowledgeable staff and a wide array of products that go beyond olive oil, this shop is not to be missed. All staff members are friendly and knowledgeable, and will be happy to advise you on all things olive oil related. From decadent hand creams to indulgent chocolate\u2014all of which contain Spain’s liquid gold\u2014we can\u2019t get enough of their products.<\/p>\r\n

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Taste more than 10 different olive oils at this beautiful store.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n
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Local\u2019s Tip:<\/strong> A number of the La Chinata products are also sold in travel-sized bottles\u2014perfect to pop into your carry-on!<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If you want some more great tips, don’t miss this video featuring\u00a0Lauren Aloise<\/a>, Devour Tours co-founder and resident expert in Spanish olive oil!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n