Why choose a basil-pressed olive oil for a catering service?
Basil-pressed olive oil, made by co-milling fresh basil together with the olives during extraction, has an authentic green, herbaceous aroma that works beautifully for summer buffets, aperitifs and Italian-style menus. It is clearly different from an oil simply flavoured with added aroma, both in taste and in what it brings to your catering offer.
- It lets you offer distinctive dressings for salads, grilled vegetables and antipasti.
- It gives a fresh, Mediterranean character to your cold and hot dishes.
- It gives you a point of difference when you present your menus or buffets.
To go further into the difference between co-milling and flavouring, read this detailed explanation.
Selection criteria and formats suited to caterers
The key points for a professional purchase
- Authenticity and origin: Go for oils made by co-milling, with clear traceability for the basil and the olives used.
- Professional formats: Choose 5 L tins or 500 ml to 1 L bottles, suited to stock rotation and event management.
- Production date and best-before date: Check the best-before date to guarantee freshness and aroma.
- Allergen management: Make sure the oil is clearly labelled, especially for events with a self-service buffet.
Summary table of formats and benefits
| Format | Benefits | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|
| 5 L tin | Fast rotation, economical storage |
Kitchen, prep work |
| 1 L bottle | Practical for service, elegant design |
Plating, table service |
| Small gift format | Customisable, client or event gift |
Gift boxes, events |
To order in tins or bottles, browse the professional basil olive oil range and the organic 5 L tin.
Logistics, storage and stock rotation
Organising your supply
- Plan enough stock for the high season (May to September), taking shelf life after opening into account.
- Store the tins away from light and heat to protect the basil aromas.
- Plan suitable containers for table or buffet service, such as cruets or custom bottles.
Making the most of it at your events
- State the origin and the co-milling method explicitly on your menus or buffet labels.
- Offer a tasting when you present your services to professional clients.
- Include the basil-pressed oil in your corporate gift boxes or your end-of-year offers.
Find out how to customise your bottles for your events on the customisation page.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise a real basil-pressed olive oil?
Look for the words “co-milled” or “pressed with fresh basil”, and ask where the ingredients come from.
Which formats work best for a catering service?
The 5 L tin for prep work, the 1 L bottle for plating, and the small format for gifts.
How do you showcase basil olive oil to your clients?
Highlight the extraction method and offer a tasting, or customise the bottles to match the event.
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