Diogenes, this isn’t luxury for luxury’s sake but it’s simple, honest food made well. A few drops can turn bread, vegetables, or whatever you find into a better meal without adding excess or waste. If virtue is living according to nature, this olive oil is about as close to nature as it gets.

Yes, when I went to New York!

When evaluating olive oil, I pay attention to factors like flavor, aroma, texture, and overall quality. I look for whether the oil tastes fresh and balanced, if it has fruity or peppery notes, and how it compares to what I would typically buy from a grocery store. I also consider how versatile it is and whether I would actually use it in my everyday cooking, such as in salads, dipping bread, or finishing dishes. Since this project involves a side-by-side comparison, I’d focus on the differences in taste, smoothness, and overall experience between the artisan olive oil and a standard supermarket option.

Finally, I think about value from a consumer perspective. If I were deciding whether to spend $40 on a bottle of olive oil, I would consider whether the quality, taste, sourcing, and overall experience justify the premium price and whether it feels meaningfully different from lower-cost alternatives.