Oliviers & Co olive oil

[jojobobo]

Hi ! Does anybody know where to buy O&C olive oil in Toronto since their only outlet closed 2 years ago? Thanks. - jojobobo

[SusanB]

I have no idea what Olive & Olives is like, but they opened in my neighbourhood this week. Here's their website -

http://www.oliveolives.com/en/

[jojobobo]

Hi SusanB, thanks for your response. May I ask where is your area, is it in Toronto or Montreal? Thanks again.

[jojobobo]

Hi SusanB, I think it is a different company. Anyway thanks again.

[erly]

I don't know if it matters to you, but they once sold mainly French Olive Oils,
now all of the Oliviers Tins are imported Oils from Italy.
Very disappointing.
Their small Jars of French Olive oils were much more expensive than comparable French brands.

[vidkid]

Just the tins? Or all O&CO olive oil products? I had no clue! Do you have any links to more about this? I found this info about the founder:
http://www.oliveoiltimes.com/olive-oi...

I know their balsamics are primarily from around Modena.

[erly]

I was in one of their shops in Dijon a few Months back, and discussed the Oils with the Staff.
They told me that all tins were indeed from Italy, but up to their standard.
Brought home a Couple of tins anyway to try the Truffle and Basil Oils, and they were nothing special.
I prefer the light French oils for Salads.
I didn't buy the small Bottles of French oils from them because the price was much higher than other French Brands that I like

[jojobobo]

I would like to know which is your favorite brand and if it is available in Toronto.

[erly]

I am looking at the side of my latest Oliviers can and it does say made in Italy.
I do have a Ceramic Bottle of their oil from the Fall and it is France, but was no longer available, at least in Dijon.
I am currently using Chateau d'Estoublon Magador and L'Aureillia De Provence.
but don't know if they are available here.
Both are very light in color and delicate which is my preference for Salads
mcewan and Pusateri, etc. will have a selection, but a tasting would be ideal.
Second an aware staff member.

[jojobobo]

I still have couple small cans of O&CO's olive oil which were bought from the TO store 2 years ago. It does say product of Italy. They are time-expired, I hope it is still safe to use for cooking.
Also I will check both stores for the brands that you mentioned. I am still looking for some light tasting oils for Salads.
What do you think of organic olive oil?

[erly]

mcewan sells Chateau d"Estoublon $45. per bottle
They sell Oliviers also
Checked the Label says "Europe"
Quite misleading as most would think France
I have had Organic Olive Oils no difference in taste.
If your Cans were not stored in a very cool place they may be rancid
The taste will tell you.

[vidkid]

I'd love to know too. I was originally introduced to it at Atelier Thuet, Marc Thuet's brunch place at Liberty Village. When I found the actual retail store, I was in heaven but they soon packed up and moved to Montreal where they closed shortly after.

Right now I order online or load up on my trips to Boston.

Some of the best balsamics and olive oils IMHO.

[laolao]

I've been trying to find it as well. Where do you order it online?

[vidkid]

Go to their website: http://www.oliviersandco.com

Shipping is darn expensive which is why you should either buy in bulk or load up when you visit one of their boutiques (I travel to Boston fairly frequently so their location on Newbury is convenient for me).