OliOliva

OliOliva is the festival dedicated to Liguria's liquid gold, celebrating the excellence of extra virgin olive oil in one of the region's most vocation-rich territories. The event transforms the streets of Imperia's historic center into an immersive sensory journey where local producers, millers, and enthusiasts meet to taste and discover the finest olive oil productions.

Unlike other food and wine festivals, OliOliva stands out for a unique offering: a complete sensory experience combining vertical tastings of single-varietal oils and blends, masterclasses with nationally recognized experts, and the opportunity to visit traditional Ligurian mills still operating in the area. Each stop along the route tells a different story, from the native Taggiasca and Bosana varieties to the cold-pressing techniques that characterize the excellence of Imperia.

Throughout the day, the squares and narrow streets of Imperia's ancient heart fill with thematic stalls, interactive educational workshops, and guided tastings. Industry experts illustrate the organoleptic characteristics of different Ligurian cultivars, revealing floral, fruity, and peppery notes that make these oils unique in Italy's panorama. Families can participate in sensory workshops designed for children, including educational games about the history of the olive and creative cooking laboratories with extra virgin olive oil.

OliOliva represents a moment of tourist and cultural promotion for the Imperia territory, consolidating the reputation of the Ponente Riviera as the cradle of Italian olive oil tradition. An event that celebrates the passion, quality, and identity of a community inextricably linked to olive cultivation.