Naturally Greek

Artisan food products from the heart of the Mediterranean

528 Wrighwood Chicago IL. 60614 USA

(773) 549-6211

Our goal at Naturally Greek is to bring to market the best products from Greece. Pure and high quality products that exemplify artisan production and are authentic and earth-driven. We have canvassed the Greek countryside in search of farmers and growers who embody this spirit and have a passion and deep connection with their land. We are committed to making Naturally Greek a brand synonymous with outstanding quality and with food products that capture and honor the essence of the Mediterranean lifestyle and diet.

Naturally Greek Kalamata olives

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Without a doubt, the top olive variety of the world.

It grows exclusively in Greece and it is unique for its shape, color and taste.

As with any top product, there are many imitations around, most of them produced under heavy chemical exposure to imitate its color. We pick our Naturally Greek Kalamata olives by hand in mid-autumn, when they are ripe and deep purple to black. It takes about three months to cure them properly and to achieve their perfect taste.


A “touch” of myth

The olive tree is considering the sacred tree of the city of Athens.

According to Greek mythology, goddess of Wisdom, Athena was competing with God of the Sea, Poseidon for naming the city of Athens. Athena won the contest by presenting the olive tree to the city’s inhabitants to gain their favor. Olives and olive oil are the basis of the Mediterranean food chain, which is a proven model for healthy diet and longevity. Olives and olive oil are among the 10 most beneficial foods for man and should be part of our daily meals.
 

Tips

  • After opening the package, you can keep the olives in the refrigerator.
  • Olives can be eaten on their own
  • They can be marinated with similar herbs and spices as those we use for olive oil (dry oregano, thyme)

 

Special tip

You can preserve the olives as they do in Greece: in a clean glass container with a lid, put the olives, add a solution of equal parts of vinegar and water. Cover with olive oil and close the lid. So the olives are protected from mold. Keep in the refrigerator.

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Use

  • Use olives in cooking (in pasta sauces, pitted, salads
  • They very well accompany various Mediterranean meze
  • They accompany excellently hard and soft cheeses
  • Enjoy them with marinated fish (sardines and anchovies), with taramosalata, aubergine salad, yoghurt dips and pickled vegetables.