Taggiasca Olive Pate 500 g – obtained from our special Taggiasca olives, a tasty and natural pâté. The Taggiasca olive is a typical cultivar grown in Ponente, the western part of Liguria (Italy) in particular in the province of Imperia. The Taggiasca olive derives its name from the border town of Taggia where it was cultivated by the monks at the Benedictine Monastery, however, it was likely imported from France in 9th century AD by the monks of Colombanus. Taggiasca olives are smaller than many other varieties and are easily recognizable for their purple-green colour, they are extremely fragrant. Product label The product label with the nutritional information and the other product details can be found below. Uses The Calvi Taggiasca Olive Paté has numerous uses in cooking: ideal for appetizers and aperitifs, an irresistible seasoning for pasta dishes and delicious as an accompaniment to meats and cheeses, or it can be used as a cream to spread on canapés or bruschetta. Storage instructions Store in a cool dry place, away from heat sources. Once opened keep refrigerated (+4°C).