Christmas is the time of year that gourmets look forward to the most: stews, appetizers and a wide variety of recipes that are a gift in themselves.
However, it must be admitted that sometimes the Christmas holidays also have their stressful side. One of the aspects that tends to get complicated is the gifts. Indeed, getting them right is a real science, but unfortunately it is never exact.
Fortunately, at Origen Oliva we have a solution to this small problem: giving olive oil as a gift. And no, it's not just because we are specialists in extra virgin olive oil. There are many reasons to give a gift sharing the flavour of our land.
1- Olive oil is not a pongo
Many times when we open a gift we think “Where do I put this?” We have just received a pongo, an object with no specific use that we are going to have lying around the house until we get tired of it. Well, olive oil doesn’t only have one use: it has many. From dressing, frying, but also for preparing all kinds of remedies and even natural cosmetics. If you give olive oil as a gift, it will surely end up being used.
2- Everyone likes EVOO
It is one of the most beloved ingredients in our cuisine. And if someone thinks they hate olive oil, it is because they have not discovered milder flavours, they have not tried it infused with herbs or spices or, even worse, they do not fully understand the difference between oil, virgin oil and extra virgin oil.
3- It is a gift against materialism
Rather than giving another tie or another perfume, it is better to give something that does not end up in the back of a closet. And although EVOO is better preserved in the back of a closet (because of its darkness), it can often come out because it is present in all our recipes.
4- You contribute to maintaining a sustainable and environmentally friendly business
Extra virgin olive oil is not processed beyond its extraction and is obtained from crops adapted to our climate, which allows us to take care of the environment. If you believe that your consumption is a way of changing the world, don't hesitate, take a look at our selection of organic oils.
5- You surprise
The good thing about giving extra virgin olive oil as a gift is that the person who receives your gift will surely be surprised. And even more so with the spectacular designs that are out there.
6- It is easier to get it right
Finding out someone's tastes when it comes to clothes or perfumes can be difficult. Not so when it comes to olive oil: all you have to do is know the lucky person's favourite dish and check which varietal or presentation best suits that recipe. Or give them an oil that comes from their area or has some unusual characteristic...
7- It is the ideal time to give olive oil as a gift
The harvest took place between October and November and in December all formats from all oil mills were available, and they were also at their optimum point.
8- You look good
Sometimes a gift also says a lot about the person who gives it. You can take a risk with a less conventional or even risky proposal, but if you don't see it clearly, a bottle of olive oil or a gift pack are a gift that is original enough, tasteful and won't give you headaches.
9- You help spread a healthy lifestyle
Extra virgin olive oil is linked to the Mediterranean diet and a healthy lifestyle. Ham and wine may be the same, but people with high cholesterol or who want to take care of themselves will look more favorably on a bottle of olive oil than other equally delicious but less healthy products.
10- It is the perfect corporate gift.
If gifts are a headache, corporate gifts are also a real pain. That's why Origen Oliva offers you a discount code specially designed for these situations. For an order over €500, we will cover the shipping costs and give you a 10% discount.
Enter the code RegalaOrigen2017 at the end of your purchase… Happy Holidays!
