Olive oil has a story, I'll share it with you
one tasting at a time.
From the heart of Liguria, among olive trees, stone walls, and centuries of farming tradition, comes a project bringing together olive oil producers and travelers.
Experiences, tastings, and stories that support and enrich the local community.
Olive oil taster by passion,
travel planner by vocation
My name is Antonella, and I've spent many years working in tourism, running my own travel agency and planning unique trips for my clients. I was always searching for welcoming places that tell a story, and over time, after walking among terraced olive groves and talking with local farmers, I began to see the landscape in a whole new light.
I discovered the value of olive oil — not just as food, but as something that nurtures the community as much as it benefits our health.
That's why I created PassionEVO: a way to connect those who work the land with those who are curious to explore it. Today, I'm a certified olive oil taster, but titles don't define me. What I really love is guiding people, sharing knowledge, and sparking curiosity — helping visitors experience olive oil in a simple, joyful, and authentic way.
A drop can make a difference
Why olive oil? Why now?
Olive oil is so much more than just an ingredient — it carries memories, care, and tradition. Too often, however, it's overlooked and taken for granted.
I want PassionEVO to shine a new light on it. Farmers have welcomed me into their daily lives, showing me the patience and hard work behind every harvest. They face real challenges such as abandoned farmland, unpredictable weather, and isolation. Some hold on to tradition, and others innovate, but all of them ask to be heard.
I try to do my part through a different kind of tourism — more mindful, more connected. Each experience is a small step toward giving olive oil the recognition it deserves.
Because every drop has a story to tell. And sometimes, it's exactly the story we need to hear.
Experiences that leave a mark — and a taste to remember
For travelers, families and enthusiasts
- Guided tastings that engage all your senses
- Walks through Ligurian olive groves and visits with local farmers
- Workshops and classes for adults and kids, from beginner to expert
- Custom-made packages available in Italian, English, or French
For professionals and businesses
- Olive-oil-themed events and immersive activities
- Olive-oil-focused packages for travel itineraries
- Training for staff and operators to promote local traditions
- Support in promoting local supply chains and sustainable tourism in Liguria
- Representation at trade fairs, conferences, and industry talks on your behalf
For schools
- Lessons to spark curiosity and knowledge
- Field trips to olive groves and local mills
- Guided tastings paired with a traditional “farmer's snack”
- Masterclass for culinary schools and HoReCa training programs
Experience olive oil. Discover it. Taste it.
If you enjoy immersing yourself in local culture, discovering genuine flavors and learning new things, you're in the right place!
Bringing olive oil tourism to your business.
I collaborate with hotels, restaurants, public institutions, travel agencies, and olive growers.
Discover olive oil with all your senses.
Custom educational programs for primary, secondary, and vocational schools in the food and hospitality sectors.
Stories, travels and olive oil culture
A corner where I share thoughts and ideas. I talk about olive oil, but also beauty, meaningful encounters, and mindful tourism.
Where every story has its own scent.
Are you a producer, mill operator, or olive grower?
Do you make great olive oil and want to talk about it (better)? I can help you create unique experiences around olive oil, share them authentically, and sell them online — without turning into an influencer.
Check out the section dedicated to training programs for professionals in the olive oil sector.
A young project that has already come a long way
- 2022Certified in Olive Oil Tasting from APOL Scarl
- Course in Food and Wine Tourism Management – Associazione Italiana Turismo Enogastronomico
- 2023Finalist at the National Olive Oil Tourism Awards
- Course in Food and Olive Oil Pairing, EvooSchool Roma
- 2024Registered on the National List of Technicians and Experts in Virgin and Extra Virgin Olive Oils
- 2025Qualified as a Brand Teller and Trained Judge (Narratori del Gusto)
- Member of CarTes, the Charter for Sustainable Food and Wine Tourism
- Launch of the PassionEvo website!
Collaborations and partnerships
Let's chat (and have a taste)
Whether you're a curious traveler or a local business, if you'd like to discover how olive oil can become an experience, a story, and a valuable source, I'm here to help!
PassionEVO is a project dedicated to sharing olive oil culture and promoting olive oil tourism.