Continuing on her guest blogging circuit for The Vines of Mendoza, Laura Yofe of Southernmost Journeys visits one of Mendoza’s newest attractions.

By: Laura Yofe

Mendoza is not all about wines: there is a new star rising in our sky and it is olive oil. Vines and oils have found in our land the perfect conditions to give birth to outstanding products. Arbequina, Frantoio, Picual grow here just as they grow in their native lands though it is the Arauco the native variety that has become our signature olive.

Verolio has just opened its doors for the delight of olive oil lovers and all of those who have a passion for enjoying delicatessens that appeal to the senses.

Its name is the result of two Italian words: Vero (true) Olio (olive oil). But this place is much more than that: it is the dream come true of Veronica Sottano, an amazing charming woman, who fell in love with olive oil long ago as much as with the love and passion of local producers who are struggling to position this product in the market.

Just as Veronica points it, Verolio is a place to fall in love with olive oil. A place where every guest has the chance to connect through flavours with our genuine roots: our terroir and the passion of our people. A place that summons the three key gourmet products: olive oil, bread and wine. A cozy and elegant atmosphere where you can feel at home while enjoying the simple most delicious things in life: warm home-made breads, assortment of the best cold cuts and cheeses of Argentina, salads, pasta and regional delicatessens, all marinated with flavourfull argentine olive oils and flooded with our outstanding wines.

Located on Sarmiento Street, Verolio opens its doors everyday. Good news is that you don’t have to wait for lunch or dinner, you can stop by for breakfast (with some of the most delicious local home made pastry) or any time for coffee with a friend or, why not, for a sensory tasting class of the various olive oils they have in their portfolio.

So now you know, if you are looking for a unique gourmet experience, file this up. But, if you are the type of person who likes to enjoy great meals at places that have a soul, this is a must.

Tip: don’t miss their “naranjitas”!

Laura Yofe
Southernmost, Tailor-Made Journeys
www.smjourneys.com
www.southernmostjourneys.blogspot.com

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