Orange County Olive Tasting

Extra Virgin Olive Oils, Balsamic Vinegars, Gourmet Gifts, Classes & Tasting Parties

“Providing access to quality products at exceptional prices is also a key component of the CherryHills Market™ recipe. Our goal is for CherryHills Market™ to be a place where our guests come to discover and be motivated by new products and styles that boast a timeless image,” says Justin. “We want to inspire members through all of their senses and make that inspiration accessible. It’s not just beautiful images, but flavors, scents and looks that customers can easily and affordably make their own—discover a unique gift or an untapped flavor—right then and there.”

Oliver’s was founded and established in October, 2007. The original store was a small 350 sq. ft. space located on Forest Avenue in Laguna Beach, CA. It wasn’t long before Oliver’s outgrew this undersized space and also was faced with the sale of the building by the owner. The decision to move the business was imminent. Searching up and down the Orange County coast, San Clemente seemed like the perfect fit. The demographics were good and there existed a lack of retail specialty food facilities in the immediate area. The community has a nice small city feel, friendly, up-beat and progressive. A space on Del Mar in downtown San Clemente was selected and the buildout begun. Cleaning, a new floor, and fresh paint provided a new and refreshing home

Oliver’s offers a new and unique approach to enjoying the freshest Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) and aged Balsamic Vinegar. Only Olive Oils from the most recent harvests are selected and offered. These EVOOs are sourced from around the world, including California and many Mediterranian countries. Fresh Olive Oil presents intense flavor profiles that many people have never expeienced. The flavor of an Extra Virgin Olive Oil will begin to fade and diminish after about 12-16 months. When purchasing EVOOs at a grocery store the actual harvest and pressing date is seldom provided. Hence, the product may have been on the shelf for a year or more and the flavor has neutralized or is nonexistent. So much of the “grocery” EVOOs are bland tasting due to the somewhat short shelf life. The delicious flavors of fresh pressed EVOO is easily and immediately evident. When talking Olive Oil…the fresher the better.

The Balsamic Vinegars are made by Modena’s finest family producers. The many flavored Balsamics are aged 12 years in wood. They offer a well rounded, full-bodied taste with hints of spice and wood. The Traditional Balsamic offered is aged 18 years. This is a superb and rich Balsamic, smooth and thick with concentrated flavors. These Balsamics are highly versatile and can be enjoyed alone, over fresh fruit, in a reduction sauce or as a perfect compliment to any of our EVOOs for tasty  vinaigrette.

The EVOOs and Balsamics are stored and displayed in 15 liter stainless steel dispensers that are imported from Italy and called “fustis”. The products are all available on a taste-first, then bottle-to-order basis. The oils are first cold pressed from the most recent harvest assuring freshness. Also offered are a selection of high-quality seasonings, spreads, pastas, tea, condiments, skin care (made with essential oils) and accessories along with custom gift baskets.

Oliver’s provides a fun, flavorful and interactive atmosphere.

Centrally located downtown, just steps from our community’s historic Mission, is We Olive & Wine Bar San Juan Capistrano. Visitors and locals alike continue to be delighted by the exceptional products and superior customer service in our comfortable and relaxed setting.

We Olive & Wine Bar is a unique culinary experience featuring California’s finest artisan extra virgin olive oils, balsamic vinegars, and hand-crafted tapenades – all available to delight your palate. But, your other senses will also relish in discovering our line of body and skin care products, kitchen accessories, serving dishes, ceramics, decorative fixtures and custom gift collections.

Sit at our wine bar for a memorable tasting-oriented educational experience. You’ll gain a better appreciation for the hand-selected California artisan wines we serve by the taste, glass and/or bottle to enjoy here. Select your favorites to enjoy at home or purchase as gifts.

Ready for a unique retail gourmet food experience? Select from our in-house small bites menu of fresh, delicious and healthful foods served for your enjoyment in an authentic, casually-elegant atmosphere.

Under new ownership since October 2016, the Szubielski family continues the warm and friendly traditions established by Kim Middleton who originally opened the doors in December 2014.