Discover California New Harvest Olive Oil (2021 Olio Nuovo)

"Olio Nuovo" is often used as an umbrella term for new-harvest oils, but here in California the term reflects the Italian tradition of celebrating the first day of the olive harvest. California producers have adapted this time-honored tradition by offering freshly milled, unfiltered, minimally settled oils during the fall and winter season—creating greener, thicker, and fresher olive oil perfect for getting a true taste of the harvest.

“Olio nuovo translates as new oil, but it means much more than that,” says Oakland-based food professional and olive oil specialist Roberta Klugman. “In Italy, the first oil of the harvest with its fresh, bold flavors rewards hard work and signals a good year ahead. The first oil straight from the mill is cause for celebration, and at the table, it’s a magical gift.”

Want to Taste It?

Read Edible California's Olive Oil Heaven: A Guide to California’s New Harvest and learn more about the featured California olive oil makers, tastings, events and more. And don't worry, you don't have to look too far from home to shop olio nuovo. Find Bay Area olive oil producers on our list below, as well as some recipes to maximize your home tasting experience.

Cook With It!

You've got your hands on the freshest harvest olive oil... now what? Enjoy it like the chef's and olive oil experts do with Edible East Bay's 6 Easy Ways to Use Olio Nuovo. And if you're looking to substitute extra virgin olive oil in your favorite dishes instead of butter, check out their handy Cooking and Baking with Olive Oil conversation guide.