At RIO LARGO, we are passionate about quality, sustainability, and supporting the next generation of chefs. That’s why we were so thrilled when Brenda Wilkinson, our owner and the heart behind our premium extra virgin olive oil, was invited as a supplier to the COOKtastic ChefPreneur Day! It was a morning filled with inspiration, passion, … Read more
Great excitement surrounds the export of South African olive oil to the US market as RIO LARGO OLIVE ESTATE marks a significant milestone. On Monday, July 22nd, 2024, RIO LARGO OLIVE ESTATE, in collaboration with USAID and Cargo Networking, celebrated the send-off of a first order to a new international client, MY GLOBAL TABLE in … Read more
In 2011, RIO LARGO revolutionized the SA olive oil scene by introducing decanters on tap, featuring the inaugural design ‘Freedom of the Press’ by Frans Groenewald. The response was overwhelming; we debuted the concept at a Food Fair, and before the day was over, we had completely sold out, leaving us thrilled and the customers … Read more
EVOO OF THE WORLD Brenda WilkinsonCo-Owner of RIO LARGO Olive Estate “Consumption increases in South Africa and also our market grows premium export oil.” – Brenda Wilkinson South Africa is managing to develop EVOOs of great quality in the last years with a clear vocation exporter. Nick and Brenda Wilkinson’s project is a good example … Read more
