Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is extracted from the first pressings of the olive without heat or chemicals. In addition, the oil must meet rigorous taste and smell standards through testing to be considered EVOO. 

Yes! EVOO isn’t just about flavor — it’s fresh, pure, and packed with health benefits. We created Aficio22 to share this exceptional California-grown oil, and every bottle you buy also helps support programs that empower children to grow and thrive.

Not all EVOO is created equal. To ensure you’re getting pure, high-quality olive oil, look for certifications and the harvest date. Every aficio22 bottle proudly carries the California Olive Oil Council (COOC) Seal, a mark of authenticity that guarantees our oil is fresh, tested, and 100% California-grown.

The COOC Seal is the gold standard for California olive oil. Their strict testing goes beyond international requirements to ensure every bottle is fresh, 100% California-grown, and truly extra virgin. When you see the COOC Seal on an aficio22 bottle, you can trust that it’s pure, flavorful, and the healthiest choice.

You have about two years from the harvest date to enjoy your EVOO at its best. But don’t worry — once you taste aficio22, you’ll be ready for your next bottle sooner than you think!

Absolutely! EVOO is extremely stable at high temperatures with a smoke point between 374-405º F.

Keep your EVOO in a cool, dark cabinet- room temperature of about 60-72º F.

Roughly 119 calories in a tablespoon. 

To maintain the high quality of our premium olive oil, we have taken extra measures to protect it from light damage, which can impact the quality of the oil.

The clock starts ticking as soon as you open a bottle of olive oil – that is why our bottles are in 500ml quantities to ensure we provide consistently superior product.

Absolutely! Just let us know when you order, and we’ll happily gift-package your olive oil to make it extra special.

You can find us at several local farmers markets and retailers. We’re at the Little Italy Farmers Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays, La Mesa Village on Fridays, and the Brentwood Farmers Market in Los Angeles on Sundays. Our oils are also available at Seaside Market in Cardiff, Jensen’s Foods in Point Loma, and The Olive Oil Emporium in Old Town San Diego. Follow us on social media for updates on upcoming tastings and pop-up events across the country.

We believe in building stronger communities by empowering the next generation. Our founders grew up with loving families, nourishing food, and quality education — opportunities not every child has. By supporting youth programs, we help provide resources and opportunities that allow kids to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.