Olives are so much more than just something you plop into a drink or have as a snack, they hold some really beautiful flavors and health benefits that are celebrated around the world. If you’re keen to taste some of the best, run to these countries!
Israel
Olives are one of the 7 native species to Israel and have been on the land for thousands of years, so it’s only natural that their olives live up to the hype. There are so many different varieties, shapes, and colors of olives in Israel, but generally the air on the saltier side, which only makes them more delicious.
Spain
While Spain is known for its olives, the taste of them isn’t particularly strong or salty, which is especially good for people who don’t love olives. Rather, the olive oil that is produced from the olives is out of this world, and really some of the best you’ll ever taste.
Greece
Everyone knows that a Greek salad isn’t complete with olives, but the tradition of olives is very real and authentic when you visit there. There are so many beautiful varieties of Greek olives, so whether you’d prefer a younger, slightly bitter and spicy Halkidiki olive, or a classic kalamata, Greece will not disappoint in the olive department.
