National Olive Day

National Olive Day celebrates the olive, one of the world’s oldest fruits, and its many roles in Mediterranean cuisine. Olives can be enjoyed as snacks, toppings, garnishes, or ingredients in dishes, while olive oil adds another use to this versatile fruit. Around 500 olive varieties are cultivated, with differences in color, flavor, and size.

According to Divina’s account, the holiday was established in June 2015 and takes place on June 1 each year, coinciding with the arrival of the new Kalamata olive crop. The National Day Calendar’s proclamation says that Divina submitted National Olive Day and that its observance was proclaimed in July 2015. The celebration also highlights the olive’s culinary history and traditions, including its place in meze and tapas experiences shared around the table.

How to Observe National Olive Day

Celebrate by enjoying olives on their own, adding them to a favorite meal, or trying a new variety. Prepare an olive-based dish such as tapenade, explore Divina’s olive recipes, or compare the flavors and textures of several varieties. You can also share a photo of your favorite way to eat olives using #NationalOliveDay, as suggested in the official proclamation.

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