If you’re engaged in any sort of hunt for a really excellent last-minute gift, may we suggest an under the radar culinary treat like a gourmet olive oil subscription? Odds are the majority of folks on your list cook now and then, so why not treat them to something to up their at home cuisine? Each time they sautée up something or dress a salad you’ll bring a smile to their face.
One particularly viral subscription package — monthly shipments of Graza’s extra virgin olive oil duo — was such an insanely popular gift that it actually sold out in mid-December. Luckily, the subscription is back in stock just in the nick of time for last-minute gifting. The set consists of “Sizzle,” that’s made from mature, mid-season olives with a more mellow flavor or their finishing oil, and “Drizzle,” made from olives that are picked early, when flavor is bold and antioxidants are highest.
If that’s not your cup of tea, you’ve luckily got so many other options within the wold of olive oil. There are cult favorites like a celeb chef-endorsed stalwarts or chic picks with wellness in mind. Subscriptions with an emphasis on variety are a thoughtful pick for those with roving taste buds. Try Zingerman’s or Olive Oil of the World for a monthly curated selection of some of the best olive oils on the market. Trendy or time-tested, an olive oil subscription is an unexpected gift that will keep giving all year long.
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Graza just might be the olive oil of 2024. Seems like just about everyone has this cult favorite squeeze bottle on their kitchen counter, but if you know someone who isn’t in the fold yet, now’s a great time to introduce them. Shop the Drizzle and Sizzle oils solo, in a duo or on a subscription basis with delivery every month, two months or three months.
The first installment of the shipment comes with the two oils packaged in the brand’s signature easy-dispensing bottles, along with two refills cans and a funnel for quick and mess-free decanting. Subsequent deliveries include a set of the refill cans, and you can pause or cancel the subscription at any time.
If you’re looking for an everyday oil for cooking Lucini extra virgin olive oil is a great go-to. In fact, celebrity chef Giada de Laurentiis swears by it. This all purpose oil is low acidity and cold pressed giving it a truly balanced flavor. Handpicked olives grown on estates known for rich soil lend this EVOO a mild taste with a soft green profile and a slightly peppery finish. Gift this oil by the bottle, or better yet, set up a subscription shipment – Amazon recommends every three months – for recurring treats throughout the year.
It’s pretty common knowledge that olive oil is good for your heart. Plus, the right kind can be delicious. Flamingo Estates’ oil is farmed in Ojai, California where it’s hand picked and pressed immediately for peak freshness. Expect vivid green oil with zingy peppery notes and a soft fruity finish. It’s great for solo or for cooking thanks to a high smoke point. Subscriptions are available to gift every 4, 6 or 8 weeks and come at a 15% discount and guaranteed delivery even during sell-outs.
Enzo’s table has three different EVOOs available by subscription. Their delicate olive oil has subtle, zesty flavor balanced by ripe, buttery notes and mild peppery finish, making it great for cooking and salad dressing. Enzo’s bold olive oil is made with 100% organic olives and has a ripe, buttery taste with a grassy, peppery finish – perfect for dipping and drizzling. A perfectly balanced pick, their medium EVOO, can do it all: cooking, dressing, drizzling and more. Customer Joan K highlights in their review that “the olive [oil] is perfect for all my needs” adding that they “like that the harvest year is on the bottle” so you know you're getting their best. No matter which varietal you pick, know that you’re gifting the utmost quality. Subscriptions are available on a monthly or bimonthly basis (and at a 5% discount).
If you’re gifting a serious foodie this rare olive oil club is the way to go. The Wall Street Journal even dubbed it the "Best Overall" food club. Choose from a two, four or six month subscription – each will feature a delicious bottle of olive oil (typically a half liter) along with a bit of literature about how it’s made and how to use it. The first shipment even includes a handmade olive oil dipping place, valued at $35. As if that weren't enough, Zingerman’s provides a thoughtful downloadable card to share with your giftee. You can opt for a 2-month, 4-month or 6-month subscription.
Take a tip from America’s favorite foodie, the Barefoot Contessa, and try out her go-to Californian cold pressed olive oil. Olio Santo EVOO has a light, clean taste that’s perfect for everything from cooking, to salads, to drizzling and dipping. In fact, this oil is so versatile that Garten has been using it for more than 20 years and calls it one of the seven staples every home chef needs in their kitchen. So next time you need to reach for “good olive oil” — a commonly called for ingredient in Ina’s recipes — you’ll know just what she means. Shop this oil by the bottle or set up a recurring shipment monthly, for up to a year, for a gift that keeps on giving.
“Of the Month” clubs may have felt cheesy for a time, but they’re back in a big way. Olive Oil of the World’s version features farm-to-bottle extra virgin olive oils fit for the foodiest of foodies in your life. Some months subscribers will even receive a paired vinegar! Choose from 6, 9 or 12 month deliveries, each of which will include a detailed description and serving suggestions. Shipping is even included in the price, starting at $150.