The care of olivewood is easy, and you likely practice good wood care already, however, in the spirit of thoroughness, here are my thoughts on the care of olivewood and other wooden utensils for culinary use. First, a statement: I love olive oil, but look askance at anyone who suggests it's a good idea for use as a wood conditioner.

This item may well be the most celebrated and beloved item in our assortment since its introduction late 2015. I share this because no other item caused so much angst upon our announced closure in 2019 and so many anxious inquiries prior to reopening. What is the secret to its popularity?

The beauty of olivewood is due, in part, to the fact that it is slow growing, often in harsh conditions. Being slow growers, the wood these trees yield is hard, durable, and well suited for kitchen utensils. Beyond functional durability, this wood also has a distinctive and beautiful grain. Here is some general information and helpful...

Three more items are on the way! Read about Lucero Roasted Garlic Olive Oil, Lucero Lemon Agrumato Olive Oil, and Lucero Genovese Basil Olive Oil.

Here is the current schedule for product availability for Lucero Olive Oil products as of mid-March 2022. All dates are subject to change. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Hand harvesting olives is hard work and takes many hands, so each year independent agricultural workers find their way to licensed farm labor contractors (FLCs) who help us bring in the crop.