Kalios Oregano

TASTING NOTES FROM THE CURATOR

Oregano is a classic spice, and this one from Kalios is harvested from the mountains, and dried in the shade. This preserves all of its essential oils and flavor. Its taste is a subtle balance of sweet and spicy—bold, earthy flavors with a slight bitterness.

PREPARATION AND PAIRINGS

Use your Kalios Oregano to enhance most meat and fish dishes. You can use it in tomato-based sauces, with roast potatoes, and in pizza and pasta sauce. It’s also great as an ingredient in vinaigrettes, and marinades for lamb and chicken.

A TALE OF TWO BROTHERS

Brothers Pierre-Julien and Grégory Chantzios were born to a Greek father and a French mother. Raised near Toulouse, they spent their childhood going between the two European countries, always being surrounded by their rich cultures.

Their Greek family has been producing olive oil in in the Kalamata region, in the southern area of Greece, for eight generations. And it was in 2010 that they decided to take on the expansion of their family’s business, and founded Kalios. In January of that year, right after the harvest, they drove to Paris on their motorbikes, bringing with them the olives and olive oils. They arranged spontaneous tastings in restaurants, having the chefs sample their wares. In only two months, they were able to sell 12 two-kilo jars of olives, 18 jars of olive paste, and 30 five-liter cans of olive oil. It was only the beginning!

Today, Kalios is sold in over 80 high-end restaurants, and has become a staple in the Greek grocery industry. It’s used by over 1000 chefs, including some of the world’s best. It’s now also found in some of the biggest Paris delicatessens— La Grande épicerie de Paris, Galeries Lafayette Gourmet, and many others.

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place, away from light, heat, and humidity. Consume within 12 months.