Silver Medal, Best Israeli Olive Oil 2020

Japan International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition

Producer: Sindyanna of Galilee

Rated as one of the 10 best boutique olive oil producers in Israel, Sindyanna is located in Kurf Kana (Cana), just outside Nazareth, on the road to the Sea of Galilee, Sindyana of Galilee is a cooperative non-profit venture between Israeli and Arab women, formed to promote economic opportunities and education for Arab women, and to assist local growers and producers.

The colorful labels that grace the bottles are the result of a children’s artwork project, when the children were asked by their mother’s, the Arab and Israeli women who produce the oil, to illustrate ideas of optimism, peace and empowerment.

Area: Wadi Ara, Haifa District

Olives: Barne’a, Arbequina and Coratina, Kosher, Non GMO

Harvest: Hand harvest

Extraction Method: cold pressed within hours of harvesting

Color Notes: yellow gold with green undertones

Tasting Notes: Sindyanna’s unique house blend of native Barne’a olive, and mild Israeli-grown Arbequina and Coratina give this olive oil a well-balanced flavor that combines a slight pungency and bitterness with the sweet hint of green apple, a herbaceous note of thyme, and a fresh green-grass aroma.

Personal Notes

No matter how many variations of Shakshuka we make, this olive oil is always part of the recipe. We also use it liberally to flavor an Israeli couscous salad, adding chickpeas for a protein-packed lunch or on its own as side for chicken or fish.