Because they are so quick and easy to serve olives are ideal to have as a snack on their own, or as an accompaniment to a glass of wine or soft drink. It’s common practice in bars and restaurants in Spain to serve a drink with a tapa, and of course, this is usually a little bowl of olives.

You’d be hard pressed finding a more versatile cooking ingredient either. Olives are perfect with salads, cold meats, pizzas, roasts, casseroles and much more. Consequently, Spanish olives are considered a ‘must have’ kitchen staple by most chefs and food lovers all over the world.