Top Sicily Olive Oil Tasting

A journey of taste "full immersion" in nature and Sicilian history. Not only excellent products : the Baglio Ingardia farm is much more. Inside our eighteenth-century structure, you can participate in guided tours, with technical tastings of Organic Wine and Grand Cru EVO Oil. A journey through history but also among the authentic flavors of Sicily.

Our company represents a love story with our territory. This is why we have decided to share with you our history and our work which has united us and made us grow for 4 generations. Thanks to the support of virtual reality, what is a seasonal activity, namely the harvesting of olives and their extraction in the mill, will be accessible to everyone first hand. In fact, you will find yourself walking among our olive trees while the workers harvest the fruits, before arriving at the oil mill and observing the transformation of the olives into oil up close. To conclude this beautiful journey, you will taste our extra virgin olive oil together with the products of our Sicilian tradition. Flexible starting times. Contact us to arrange the most convenient time for you.

Mandranova is a farm located in the south of Sicily in the Palma di Montechiaro area (Agrigento). The farm develops over ca. 180 hectares, the main products are extra-virgin olive oil and almonds. Mandranova farm is run by family members Giuseppe and Silvia who, at the end of the nineties, decided to renovate the family farm with the goal of combining tradition and innovation. Mandranova produces extra-virgin olive oil from Sicilian native cultivar groves using integrated agriculture techniques and polyconic vase pruning. Harvest occurs from mid September to mid October employing a mix of mechanical and semi-mechanical harvest. The olives are processed in a proprietary mill through mechanical cold extraction. Mandranova produces both monocultivar and blend extra-virgin olive oils. In term of organoleptic characteristics, the oils tend to be medium to intense fruity, rich in polyphenols with green intense color.

This is not a standard olive oil tasting. It takes place in a small regenerative farm, where everything you taste comes directly from the land around you. Instead of a formal or technical approach, the experience is built around a simple rural table, where olive oil is understood as part of a wider food culture shaped by landscape, seasonality, and traditional farming.

Get more out of your time in Palermo by taking part in this small-group cooking class. Rather than a commercial kitchen setting, this intimate experience takes place at a local’s home. Enjoy the rare opportunity to use freshly picked ingredients from the garden, as you make a delicious pasta dish and traditional Sicilian cannoli—with lots of family traditions and recipes shared throughout.

During the cooking classes, we will be happy to share the secrets of Sicilian cuisine, and tell the origin and anecdotes linked to each individual dish. Participating in an expert-led extra virgin olive oil tasting is like embarking on a journey through the flavors and aromas of Sicily of the past like you have never experienced before. Find out how home-grown olive oil is produced, how to pair it with food and how to buy a quality product at home. Our recipes and preparation methods respect the culinary tradition of the area, using zero kilometer raw materials, the result of the work of our producers. At the end, it will be possible to taste the dishes created and sip the wine best suited to the dish.

Mt. Etna is the largest active volcano in Europe and home to fertile vineyards and farms. With this tour, avoid the stress of navigating the winding roads on the mountain on your own and instead visit the dramatic Silvestri Craters and a farm on the slopes of Mt. Etna with a driver. End your experience with a tasting and lunch at a local winery at the foot of the mountain.

Discover Mandranova’s olive oils with a stroll through our grove, a tour of the mill, and a guided tasting of three premium Sicilian EVOOs with fresh bread, learning their flavors and health benefits

If you want to experience something different from the usual aperitif, book our Wine Tasting! We will tell you about the characteristics and origins of extra virgin oils and organic wines from small Etnean producers. The experience is designed for small groups, ensuring more interaction and attention to everyone's curiosities.

Experience the authentic side of Sicily and connect with a local family on this private farm tour and lunch near Noto. Stroll through the farm’s citrus, almond, and olive groves and learn about the farm’s history and production. Pick fresh ingredients from the garden or forage for wild herbs and asparagus. Then, enjoy a farm-fresh lunch together with your hosts, where you also sample the farm’s own olive oil and wine.

Marvel over the geological wonders of Mount Etna on this action-packed small-group tour from Catania. Soak up the dramatic scenery of Europe’s highest active volcano as you trek along its paths, explore a cave formed by lava, and taste local products. Then, spend the afternoon enjoying your free time in Taormina, among medieval churches, ancient Greek theater, and a lively shopping district.

The tour, conducted by the same producer, allows the visitor to discover the secrets and passion behind the production of an extraordinary quality Organic EVO oil. Nonno Giulio oil was, in fact, able to conquer even the most experienced palates in Italy and in the world: recently winner of the First Award at the BAIOOC 2025 international competition in Buenos Aires and already reported by Gambero Rosso in the 2022, 2024 and 2025 editions of the Italian Oil Guide. The visitor will have the opportunity to touch the efforts of the olive grower, to immerse himself in his typical day during the pruning or harvesting operations and then to taste on the table the sublime result, the result of the effort of generations and distillate of the millenary Sicilian tradition in olive cultivation. At the end of the experience, you will have the opportunity to buy the oil to take home a bit of Sicily to embellish the dishes of your kitchen.

Enter a hidden corner of the most authentic Sicily, among centuries-old olive trees, lemon scents and golden light. At the Azienda Agricola Oliva, we will welcome you to our estate, cared for with love and craftsmanship, where oil is not just a product: it is culture, slowness, elegance. The experience begins with a walk among organic olive trees and lemons in bloom. You will discover the techniques of sustainable cultivation and the history of our territory. You will visit the boutique oil mill, an essential and well-kept environment, where we will show you the artisan process of oil extraction. This will be followed by a guided tasting of several award-winning organic EVO oils, paired with fresh bread and seasonal products. Each taste is a journey through different scents, textures and flavors. This is a private, welcoming and tailor-made experience, in a rural-chic setting, designed for those seeking the true soul of Sicily through taste, nature and discreet elegance.

Italy produces some of the world’s most prestigious extra-virgin olive oil. Delve into the world of Italy’s “liquid gold” with this private olive oil tour at a farm set in the olive groves outside Montevago. Stroll among the trees to learn about olive cultivation, harvesting, and pressing. Then enjoy a guided olive oil tasting paired with Sicilian food and sweets during lunch.

Un’Esperienza Autentica in Sicilia Vivi un viaggio unico tra cibo e vino nel cuore della Sicilia, in una vera casa siciliana dove l’ospitalità ti farà sentire subito a casa. Sarai guidato da Angela e dalla sua famiglia, che ti accompagnerà alla scoperta dei sapori più autentici dell’isola, con piatti biologici preparati con ingredienti freschi dall’orto di famiglia, seguendo ricette tramandate da generazioni. Ogni portata è abbinata a vini Etnei selezionati della prestigiosa cantina Campo Re, le vigne amate dal Re Vittorio Emanuele II, e a vini del nostro vigneto di famiglia, prodotti con metodi antichi. Degusterai 4 vini unici, per un’esperienza autentica. Questa non è una semplice degustazione: è un’esperienza esclusiva, tra tradizione, storie siciliane e nuove amicizie, lontana dai percorsi classici dei ristoranti. Prenota ora e vivi la Sicilia autentica! Esperienza organizzata da Angela di Sicilian Soul Experience, il tuo punto di riferimento per questa esclusiva esperienza

Snack your way through the streets of Palermo on this Sicilian food tour. Explore backstreet markets and food stalls specializing in local delicacies such as stuffed rice balls and chickpea fritters as your guide fills you in on local history and culture. Find eateries you’d probably miss going alone. Plus, this small-group tour has a limited number of participants for a more personalized experience.

A unique experience of having a picnic under an olive tree in the middle of the vineyards, located in the Monte Genuardo Nature Reserve. You will start the experience with a guided tour through our vineyards and wine cellar, during which you will have an opportunity to learn more about Sicilian grape varieties, unique terroirs and find out how our organic wines are created. Afterwards you will be invited to enjoy your Picnic under the shade of an olive tree in the middle of the vineyards. You will taste two of our wines of your choice and pair them with local Sicilian Gourmet products. You can ralax and engage all of your five senses during this experience: listen to the sounds of the nature, watch the picturesque landscape, discover aromas of our wines, taste our products and feel the refreshing breeze. This experience is perfectly suitable for you if you would like to spend some quality time with your partner, family or friends.

Explore Europe's highest active volcano with this Jeep tour on Mount Etna. Join a nature guide and head up to about 2,000 meters (6,500 feet) to discover lava flows and extinct craters, plus take in the views over the Caldera del Valle del Bove. Then don a helmet and headlamp and venture into a lava tube to better to learn how lava flows are formed and cool.

You will have the unique opportunity of gathering vegetables straight from our vegetable garden, collecting wine, grain, nuts, olives, and preserves from our pantry, and then cooking lunch together with our family. You will be able to learn recipes, grind the grain into flour, make ravioli, pesto, and antipasti, and feel welcomed into our home and family as we prepare and cook together. You are likely to meet three generations of our family. Our farm has been a sacred site for over 2500 years. Archeologists found altars used by Greeks and Romans, and we will take you on a journey from ancient times to the present day. We are inside one of the most famous canyons in Sicily, touched by this stunning river, in which you will have the opportunity to swim and dive.

Explore Mount Etna, the world's most active stratovolcano, on this small-group hiking tour from Catania. Ride up the mountain on a 4WD vehicle and take a moderate hike through Mount Etna's moon-like landscape in the Valley del Bove depression. Explore Etna's largest caldera, aka a large crater, and take in spectacular views of the Sicilian landscape and the Ionian Sea.

Catania has a lively food scene, but it takes an insider to guide you to the top spots for sweet and savory treats. Explore the city's markets and food shops on this street food tour through the old town led by a local foodie, sampling Sicilian favorites like artisan cheeses and cold cuts, olives, arancini, and more while soaking up the vibrant atmosphere. Along the way, you’ll uncover what makes Sicilian cuisine unique and discover some of Catania’s cultural highlights.

Mount Etna is one of the most striking natural features in Sicily, and with this tour, you can experience both its beauty and geology. Set off from Catania, stopping at an organic farm on the mountain slopes to sample honey, wine, olive oil, and other specialties. Afterward, continue up to the Valle del Bove.

If you want to enjoy an aperitif that's different from the usual, book our experience! We'll spend some time together and we'll tell you about the characteristics and origins of artisanal products from small Etna-area producers, which you'll get to taste. The experience is aimed at small groups, to ensure more interaction and attention to everyone's curiosities.