The event, named ‘Chefs del Aceite’ (Oil Chefs), took place at Cortijo ‘El Madroño’ and prominently featured extra virgin olive oil and the rich gastronomy of the Jaén province. Chefs from various regions of Spain participated, including professionals recognized with Michelin stars and Repsol Soles.
This conference was part of the Sustainable Tourism Plan in Destination (PSTD) OleotourJaén. It was attended by institutional representatives who emphasized the initiative's importance for promoting the sector. A spokesperson for the Jaén Provincial Council highlighted the significance of this collaborative space for culinary professionals, focusing on extra virgin olive oil and local gastronomy. They also acknowledged the efforts of the province's chefs in disseminating EVOO, both nationally and internationally, solidifying Jaén's position as a leading producer and a benchmark for gastronomic quality.
“"Jaén is consolidating itself not only as the world's largest producer of olive oil, but also as a benchmark for quality and gastronomic excellence."
The mayor of Martos, for his part, underscored the town's potential as a key hub for olive oil tourism, describing Cortijo ‘El Madroño’ as a “true flagship” for events related to olive oil in Andalusia. He also recalled the significant contribution of Martos' olive sector, with over 22,000 hectares of olive groves and an average production of nearly 25 million kilograms of olive oil, highlighting the growing commitment to early harvest picual variety oils.
The event's program included a traditional miller's breakfast and a tour of the olive grove at Cortijo ‘El Madroño’, where attendees learned about the olive landscape and the cultivation, harvesting, and production process of olive oil. The day concluded with an olive oil tasting, a discussion on the role of EVOO in Jaén's culinary traditions, and group preparation of typical provincial dishes using Degusta Jaén products and oils recognized with the ‘Jaén Selección’ 2026 seal.
