HORTA DE SANT JOAN WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Oleic Epiphany in a 13th‑Century Mill: Olive‑Oil Tasting and Clotxa in Horta de Sant Joan
A focused, two‑hour workshop inside a 13th‑century mill that pairs guided tastings of Empeltre, Arbequina and Picual monovarietal oils with a hands‑on clotxa — essential reading for travelers who want to understand olive oil and taste it where it is made.
Oleic Epiphany in a 13th‑Century Mill: Olive‑Oil Tasting and Clotxa in Horta de Sant Joan.
Set in a 13th‑century oil mill in the old town, this short workshop explains why olive oil is considered one of the healthiest foods, walks participants through the sensory differences among monovarietal oils, and finishes with a rustic clotxa prepared and eaten on site.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A 13th‑century mill with historic views
The tasting takes place in the operator’s own mill, set in a 13th‑century house in the old quarter, with views toward the Convent of Sant Salvador — an intimate historic setting for learning about olive oil.
Monovarietal tasting: Empeltre, Arbequina and Picual
A guided tasting introduces the three monovarietal oils produced by the operator and teaches how to distinguish their qualities, while addressing health benefits and common myths about olive oil.
Clotxa: a farmer’s loaf drenched in extra‑virgin olive oil
The workshop concludes with preparing and eating a traditional clotxa — hollowed bread filled with anchovy, roasted tomato and garlic, finished with a good drizzle of extra‑virgin olive oil.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
Over roughly two hours in a compact, historic space you move from a contextual briefing on olive oil’s health benefits into focused sensory tastings of the operator’s monovarietal oils, then roll up your sleeves to assemble and eat a clotxa — a direct, tactile way to connect oil to place and plate.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop is best for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The workshop lasts approximately 2 hours; check the meeting point details before arrival.
No special equipment is required; the experience is organized for participants of all ages.
The standard activity takes place at the operator’s mill; if you prefer the experience at centenary olive groves, contact the operator in advance to arrange and learn about any extra cost.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the workshop take?
The experience lasts approximately 2 hours.
Where do we meet?
The meeting point is Identitat Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Which oils will we taste?
The tasting covers the operator’s monovarietal oils: Empeltre, Arbequina and Picual.
Is the clotxa included?
Yes — the workshop includes preparing and eating a traditional clotxa.
Can the experience be held at the olive groves?
Yes; if you want the activity at the operator’s own centenary olive groves you must contact them in advance and they will inform you of any additional cost.
Is this suitable for children and older adults?
The workshop is intended for participants of all ages.