Extra Virgin Olive Oil Savantes Tasting Programme jobs and careers

About Extra Virgin Olive Oil Savantes Tasting Programme

Established in 2001, International Savantes presents training courses, events and promotes excellence in extra virgin olive oil. First presented in 2001 in Melbourne, Australia, courses have since been presented in New Zealand, South Africa, Spain, Italy and the United Kingdom by a range of international oil and culinary experts that include Judy Ridgway, Roberto Zecca, Justo del Amo, Xavier Codina, Linda Costa, Simon Field, Gerardo Jiménez Luque and Jean-Bernard Chomarat. Savantes aims to inform those with a business or personal interest in olive oil on current taste and market trends around the world. This is achieved by providing: - The leading extra virgin olive oils from around the world for tasting. - Tutoring and refreshment of the sensory assessment of olive oils. - Current local and international market data and price points. - Realistic commercial evaluation of participant’s oils using the above benchmarks. - Ideas on the culinary uses of olive oils. - Assistance in the blending of new season oils to a differentiated, marketable and profitable product. - Opportunities for trading in olive oils required to enhance a blend or reach critical mass. - A marketing network of accomplished tasters, chefs, distributors and food media. - Personal development and peer recognition. International Savantes has also launched complimentary programmes, including 'Blue Glass Class' and 'Blending with the Best'.