🫒 These aren't your average jarred olives. Liokareas Organic Kalamata Pitted Olives come straight from a family-owned orchard in Southern Kalamata, Greece — the same land the Liokareas family has farmed since 1875. Large, meaty, and beautifully dark purple, they bring authentic Greek flavor to your table whether you're cooking, snacking, or building the perfect charcuterie board. They also make a thoughtful, feel-good gift for the food lover in your life.
✨ Features
- 🫒 Authentic Kalamata Origin: Grown exclusively on the Peloponnese peninsula in Southern Greece — the only region where true Kalamata olives are found.
- 🌿 Certified Organic & Non-GMO: Free from synthetic pesticides and genetically modified ingredients, so you know exactly what you're eating.
- 🌾 Gluten-Free: Naturally gluten-free and suitable for a wide range of diets.
- 🫙 Preserved the Right Way: Packed in organic extra virgin olive oil, organic red wine vinegar, Liokareas Mani sea salt, and water — nothing unnecessary.
- 🍈 Large & Pitted: Smooth, meaty texture with no pits — easy to use straight from the jar.
- 🏆 Five Generations of Craft: The Liokareas family (pronounced lee-o-carry-us) has used traditional hand-harvesting methods for over 150 years.
- 📦 Size: 13oz jar — ideal for everyday use or gifting.
💚 Benefits
- 🫒 Rich, Complex Flavor: The Kalamata variety is prized for its superior taste — deep, fruity, and satisfying in a way that mass-produced olives simply aren't.
- ❤️ Naturally Nutritious: Kalamata olives are naturally rich in healthy fats and antioxidants, making them a wholesome addition to any meal.
- 🍽️ Incredibly Versatile: Toss them into salads, pasta, grain bowls, or mezze spreads — or enjoy them straight from the jar as a snack.
- 🎁 A Gift Worth Giving: A jar of hand-harvested, organic Greek olives is a genuinely special gift for foodies, home cooks, or anyone who appreciates quality ingredients.
- 🌍 Ethically Sourced: Supporting the Liokareas family means supporting traditional, sustainable farming practices that have stood the test of time.
- 🛒 Shop Local: Available through Ethical Trade Co — bringing consciously sourced global flavors to your Wisconsin community.
🧴 Ingredients
Organic Kalamata Olives, Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Organic Red Wine Vinegar, Liokareas Mani Sea Salt, Water.
Free From: Gluten | Non-GMO | Certified Organic
🍽️ How to Use
- Enjoy straight from the jar as a snack or appetizer.
- Add to salads, pasta, or grain bowls for a burst of Mediterranean flavor.
- Arrange on a charcuterie or mezze board alongside cheese, cured meats, and fresh bread.
- Chop and stir into sauces, tapenades, or marinades.
- Drizzle a little of the packing oil over dishes — it's full of flavor too.
📋 Product Specifications
- Size: 13oz (368g)
- Type: Large Pitted Kalamata Olives
- Origin: Kalamata, Peloponnese, Greece
- Producer: Liokareas Family Farm (est. 1875)
- Certifications: Certified Organic, Non-GMO, Gluten-Free
- Packing Medium: Organic EVOO, Organic Red Wine Vinegar, Mani Sea Salt, Water
- Harvesting Method: Traditional hand-harvesting
🫒 Add Liokareas Organic Kalamata Pitted Olives to your cart today and bring a little piece of Southern Greece to your kitchen — or share them as a gift that people will genuinely remember.