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Olive wood, sourced from the olive tree, is a precious material cultivated for millennia in Mediterranean regions. Olive wood is renowned for its natural beauty, durability, and versatile use in crafts, decoration, and cooking.
This material offers remarkable durability, resistant to shocks and daily wear. Thanks to its natural antibacterial properties, it is hygienic and safe for food preparation. Additionally, olive wood is non-toxic, releasing no harmful substances into food. Its heat resistance makes it an ideal choice for utensils used in cooking. Beyond its functional qualities, olive wood brings a unique aesthetic with its distinctive grain and color variations, adding a touch of natural elegance to your kitchen and decorative space.
Recognized as one of the most resilient trees in the world, the olive tree has a gnarled trunk and compact, hard wood that is extremely difficult to work with, but very strong. It is a dense wood (20% denser than beech) with a knotty grain, and it grows very slowly. The color of the wood and its veins only appear when it is polished, and each tree is unique.
One of the main characteristics of olive wood is its very tight pores. When coated with olive oil, it becomes impermeable to liquids, odors, and bacteria. Its hygienic properties make it ideal for use in the kitchen, on the table, or for interior decoration. This is its primary use, with culinary and decorative items such as spoons, mortars, salad bowls, cutting boards, serving trays, and cheese boards.
As a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, olive oil, when consumed regularly, significantly reduces the risk of coronary heart disease. Its frequent consumption is also associated with a substantial reduction (41%) in the risk of stroke, in addition to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. With such benefits, olive oil should be used as the primary fat in our diet.
Ancient olive trees are prevalent throughout the Mediterranean region, especially in Tunisia, with some trees reputed to have survived for over a thousand years. The wood from these iconic trees is widely used to create unique handcrafted products, offering exceptional aesthetics and unparalleled quality. This timeless material not only embodies the rich heritage and traditions of the Mediterranean but also brings a piece of its enduring beauty into your home.
