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From Olives to Tigers: How Our Barrels Found a Wild New LifeWhen our olive barrels finish their day job, they don’t just get tossed aside — they get a second life. Thanks to SUEZ Waste and Dartmoor Zoo, some of our barrels are now keeping Dragan the tiger entertained, doubling as food puzzles and playthings. From storing olives to supporting big-cat enrichment, it’s sustainability with teeth (and claws).
Read more On Kiln Roasting Nuts (and Why We’re So Very Fond of It)At Olives Et Al we’ve been kiln roasting our nuts for over 20 years — always in small 60kg batches, always by hand, and always with Extra Virgin Olive Oil (never sunflower, of course). It’s slower, gentler, and brings out the very best in every nut, from buttery Marcona almonds to fiery Hot Honey. The result? A golden crunch, bold flavour, and a snack that’s a world apart from the rest.
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