Nestled between the local pizzerias and ceramic factories in Ravello, Italy, you will find Taste & DelightThere, behind the endless variety and the rustic-elegant olive oil tasting bar, you will see Vincenzo Di Palma – and he will sweeten your afternoon.
When in Ravello, you must stop by Vincenzo and Margherita’s independent shop to taste and purchase olive oil. Although the boutique is unique, its flavors are known worldwide. From this unassuming location, the shop supplies olive oil to Rao’s in New York City—but with 700 varieties of olives in the world, an experience like this will discover individual favorites for every taste.
Almost immediately from one tasting to the next, you’ll notice the subtleties of ingredients and regions. Each tasting is tailored to personal preference but strategically placed to provide a journey on the palate that ranges from mild to rich flavors.
Vincenzo is a certified wine sommelier and an experienced oil taster with numerous qualifications. He knows and explains the differences between olive varieties, the aging processes of vinegar and the two types of lemons on the Amalfi Coast. The shop was born in 2016 as a passion project for Vincenzo and Margherita, who spent their childhood among their family’s olive trees. Villa San CosmaTheir genuine passion and warmth make this experience worthwhile on any trip to the Amalfi Coast. The tasting they offer is a cooking lesson, a shopping event and a romantic experience all in one.
Pro tip: Stop by Da Nonna Alfonso before a late lunch and sample different olive oils and vinegars with bread, then take home at least 4 of your favorites from the shop to remind you of Ravello at home with condiments like Marsicani olive oil, Villa San Cosma rose balsamic vinegar aged for 5 years in oak barrels, and real limoncello from 100% natural sources.
