Tastings, Workshops & Other Events
Drop-In Casual Tasting
You are invited to visit any of our four shops in Barrie, Newmarket, Midland and Orillia to taste our fresh cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil and authentic balsamic vinegar during normal business hours without an appointment. We are happy to spend some time with you explaining and exploring!
BOOK a Group Guided Tasting Experience!
90 Minutes – During or After Store Hours
Location: Any Store – Choose Your Date
If you have the time and are eager to explore more deeply, gather friends, family or co-workers and consider booking a Private Guided Tasting Experience. We give your group private access to our teams and our shops and provide everyone with the chance to sample our products with food prepared especially for you.
Participate in an expanded tasting of olive oils and vinegars with a trained taster. Discover new ways to pair olive oils & balsamic vinegars with food. Includes salad, dessert and guided tasting. Meat & charcuterie options are available at additional cost.
Available in any store location:
Barrie 705.792.0300
Newmarket 905.235.7645
Midland 705.526.3463
Orillia 705.325.7272
Minimum 10 participants for this experience during or after shop hours.
Starts at $25/person, tax included.
Contact us by calling your local store, above, or by using the form below!
Mocktails Workshops
2 Hours 5:30-7:30pm
Location: Any Location with a Minimum 10 Participants
Join us as we shake things up with our popular Mocktails Workshops. Learn how to mix up delicious and refreshing balsamic drinks that are perfect for gatherings, celebrations and every day.
These workshops can be easily scheduled to take place at any location of the Olive Oil Co Inc – Barrie, Newmarket, Midland or Orillia – from 5:30-7:30pm. To book an event a minimum 10 guests are required.
Available in any store location:
Barrie 705.792.0300
Newmarket 905.235.7645
Midland 705.526.3463
Orillia 705.325.7272
Minimum 10 participants for this experience after shop hours.
$30/person, tax included.
Contact us with the date of your choice by calling your local store, above, or by using the form below!
Book a NIGHT OUT in
Spain – Italy – Greece – Syria
with Olive Oil Co. Inc.
at Liberty North, 100 Caplan Ave, Barrie, 6-9pm
Let us set the stage for you to travel for a special Night Out to these spectacular culinary events with Olive Oil Co.’s team of talented home chefs at Liberty North, Barrie. Liberty North Chef Mark Braiser and Recipe Book Author Emily Lycopolus will join us each evening to discuss the meal preparation, their inspiration, tips, tricks & more!
Each event ticket includes:
- One signature cocktail/mocktail
- Appetizer station
- 3-Course Meal with recipes chosen from The Olive Oil and Vinegar Lovers Cookbooks by Emily Lycopolus – author of 6 olive oil focused cookbooks and winner of Taste Canada and Gourmand World Cookbook Awards.
- Cash Bar
- GRAND PRIZE DRAW for a Special Gift!
- Recipe Books with Oil & Vinegar Gift Boxes will be available for purchase or Christmas PreOrder at a discounted price
Only $99/person – Limited Space Available.
2024 Date
Thursday, SEPT 12 2024, 6-9pm – A Night Out – SPAIN
Menu Highlights: Sangria, Endive and Citrus 2-Bite Salad Cups, Empanadas, Paella, Spanish Flan
2025 Dates
Date TBA – A Night Out – ITALY
Menu Highlights: Aperol Spritz, Fresh Tomato Bruschetta, Pasta Gremolata with Shaved Fennel and Orange Salad, Flourless Chocolate Torte
Date TBA – A Night Out – GREECE
Menu Highlights: Ouzo, Mezze Platter of Hummus, Tzatziki, Pita, Vegetables, Roasted Chicken with Dried Fruit or Braised Stuffed Peppers & Lemon Roasted Potatoes, Phyllo Pumpkin Pie with Nutmeg Ice Cream
Date TBA – A Night Out – SYRIA
Menu Highlights: Arak, Mezze Platter of Babaganoush, Beet Hummus, Muhammara, Flat Bread and raw veggies, Eggplant with Minced Beef & Pomegranate and Aleppo Spiced Green Beans, Semolina Spice Cake
Contact us with questions using the form below
OR purchase your tickets by calling 705.792.0300
Request a Date for your Private Tasting
We can accommodate the timing that best suits you at our Barrie, Midland, Newmarket or Orillia Locations
Valentine’s Charcuterie Workshop
Monday, February 10th, 2025, 90 Minutes, 6-7:30 pm
Olive Oil Co. NEWMARKET, 190 Main Street South
$95/person
Welcome to our Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Workshop!
Join us on Monday, February 10th, 2025, at 6:00 PM for a fun and interactive event where you’ll learn how to create the perfect charcuterie board for your special someone, galentine, or friend and take home to enjoy!
Located at The Olive Oil Company, in Newmarket, 190 Main Street South, our workshop will teach you all the tips and tricks to create your own heart shaped charcuterie board, discovering the importance of variety, balance, and delicious food pairings. All supplies and materials provided.
After the workshop has concluded, please feel free to browse the Olive Oil Co. boutique and shop the wonderful array of gourmet products. Your stomach will thank you!
Get ready to taste, learn, and enjoy a night filled with love and delicious food. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to create a memorable Valentine’s Day experience!
Use the form below to register or call the NEWMARKET store at 905.235.7645 to book your space. Spots limited.
OR Click HERE to register Online with Graze North
Please also advise us of any dietary restrictions!
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Valentine’s Charcuterie Workshop
Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, 90 Minutes, 6-7:30 pm
Olive Oil Co. ORILLIA, 112 Mississaga Street East
$95/person
Welcome to our Valentine’s Day Charcuterie Workshop!
Join us on Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, at 6:00 PM for a fun and interactive event where you’ll learn how to create the perfect charcuterie board for your special someone, galentine, or friend and take home to enjoy!
Located at The Olive Oil Company, in Orillia, 112 Mississaga St E., our workshop will teach you all the tips and tricks to create your own heart shaped charcuterie board, discovering the importance of variety, balance, and delicious food pairings. All supplies and materials provided.
After the workshop has concluded, please feel free to browse the Olive Oil Co. boutique and shop the wonderful array of gourmet products. Your stomach will thank you!
Get ready to taste, learn, and enjoy a night filled with love and delicious food. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to create a memorable Valentine’s Day experience!
Use the form below to register or call the ORILLIA store at 705.325.7272 to book your space. Spots limited.
OR Click HERE to register Online with Graze North
Please also advise us of any dietary restrictions!
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Valentine’s Interactive Date Night Experience
Friday, February 14th, 2025, 6 pm
MegaMindful Living MIDLAND 229 King Street
$200/couple
Join us for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day Date Night where love, laughter, and delicious flavours take centre stage!
Appetizer: Build-Your-Own Crostini Love Board – Create delicious bites for your partner using artisanal bread, house made vegan spreads, fresh toppings, and a drizzle of your choice of Olive Oil Co. Inc. olive oil and vinegar.
Salad: Next create your own salad dressing from an assortment of oils and vinegars with the help of Olive Oil Co. Inc. specialists.
Main Course: Sit Back, Relax & Savour the Flavours of Italy
For the main course of our Vegan Valentine’s Interactive Date Night, we invite you to sit back and enjoy a beautifully crafted dish by our chef:
Penne & Aubergine Parmigiano
Inspired by authentic Italian flavours and crafted with premium ingredients from Olive Oil Co. Inc., this dish features:
• Perfectly cooked penne pasta
• Rich, savoury tomato sauce infused with infused olive oil
• Tender layers of breaded and roasted aubergine
• A drizzle of fig balsamic glaze over roasted carrots
• Fresh basil and vegan parmesan to finish
Every bite is a celebration of love, flavour, and culinary artistry, brought together with passion and the finest olive oils and balsamics from Olive Oil Co. Inc. – located right across the street!
Dessert: Vegan Tiramisu and assorted fruit board with dips and drizzles for you and your partner to indulge in.
Interactive & Romantic: Each course is designed to be hands-on and intimate, letting you create something special for each other while discovering incredible flavour pairings.
Limited Spots Available! Reserve your table now for a night of love, flavour, and REAL connection.
BOOK @megamindfulliving.com/events or call Olive Oil Co. MIDLAND at 705 526 3463
❤️ Let’s make this Valentine’s Day one to remember—with every drizzle, bite, and smile.
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Guided Tasting Experience (The Truth about Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar)
2 Hours, 5:30-7:30 pm
Stay tuned for 2025 dates and locations
$30/person
If you have the time and are eager to explore the world of Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar more deeply here is your chance to gather friends, family or co-workers and consider joining this Guided Tasting Experience in Midland. Participate in an expanded tasting of olive oils and vinegars with a Trained Taster and one of Canada’s few Olive Oil Sommeliers. Discover new ways to pair olive oils & balsamic vinegars with food.
We give your group private access to our team (and our shop) and provide everyone with the chance to sample our products with food prepared especially for you. Menu includes a salad and a dessert, all oil and vinegar samples as well as some delicious nibbles provided by the Olive Oil Co team.
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Let’s Do Lunch (& Learn!)
60 Minutes, 12-1pm
Stay tuned for 2025 dates and locations
$35/person
This fast-paced event features a recipe inspired by our oils and balsamics – and prepared and served by the team at Liberty North. You’ll get an idea of the thought process behind the menu, learn about pairings of oils and vinegars and have an opportunity to try some of the awesome products we used to create the day’s feature. There’s still loads of times for questions and laughs! Travel back to the Barrie store – just 2 minutes away – to pick up a complimentary dessert and take advantage of our Lunch and Learn special of the day if you like!
Stay tuned for 2025 dates and details!
Use the form below to register or call the store of your ppreference to book your space. Please also advise us of any dietary restrictions!
Request a date
For your private guided tasting or to join a group experience, request a date below.
