Q&A's

Q: What makes your olive oil unique?
A: Our olive oil is cold-pressed, organic, and extra virgin, made from olives grown on the very grove inherited by my grandmother Samira over 60 years ago. Each bottle embodies her legacy of resilience and nurturance, offering unmatched quality and a taste rooted in tradition.

Q: What does “cold-pressed” mean, and why is it important?
A: Cold-pressed means the oil is extracted without heat or chemicals, preserving its natural flavor, nutrients, and antioxidants. It ensures our olive oil is pure, healthy, and retains the highest quality.

Q: Where are your olive trees located?
A: Our trees grow in a family-owned grove in the Southern part of Lebanon, named after my grandmother Samira. Lebanon lies to the east of the Mediterranean region. Our grove faces west and is bathed in sunlight from sunrise to sunset — giving our trees 10 to 12 hours of sun every day. This constant exposure helps produce olives with exceptional flavor and quality. While most olive trees need at least 6–8 hours of sun to thrive, ours receive even more — and it shows in the taste of our oil.

Q: Why is your olive oil organic?
A: We are committed to sustainable and eco-friendly practices. Our grove is cultivated without harmful pesticides or chemicals, ensuring that our olive oil is not only good for you but also for the planet. And to make it extra, the olives are cold-pressed within 24 hours of being picked by hand.

Q: What inspired the name of your brand?
A: The brand is named after my grandmother Samira, a remarkable woman whose strength, discipline, and grace inspired generations. Her story is at the heart of every bottle of our olive oil.

Q: How do you ensure the quality of your olive oil?
A: We oversee every step of the process, from nurturing the olive trees to carefully harvesting and cold-pressing the olives. Our commitment to tradition and quality ensures that each bottle meets the highest standards.

Q: What are the health benefits of your olive oil?
A: Our cold-pressed organic extra virgin olive oil is rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, and vitamins. It promotes heart health, reduces inflammation, and adds a flavorful boost to your diet.

Q: How can I use your olive oil?
A: Our olive oil is versatile! Use it for cooking, drizzling over salads, dipping fresh bread, or even as a finishing touch for your favorite dishes to enhance their flavor.

Q: Is your olive oil suitable for people with dietary restrictions?
A: Yes! Our olive oil is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan, making it an excellent choice for anyone with dietary restrictions or preferences. It's also ideal for those following heart-healthy, Mediterranean, or paleo diets.

Q: How should I store your olive oil?
A: To preserve the flavor and nutritional benefits, store your olive oil in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Keeping it tightly sealed will ensure that it stays fresh and retains its full flavor for longer.

Q: Do you offer olive oil in different sizes?
A: Yes, we offer a range of sizes to fit your needs, from smaller bottles for everyday use to larger ones for cooking and restaurants. We also provide bulk options for businesses and catering services.

Q: What makes Lebanese olive oil special?
A: Lebanese olive oil is renowned for its rich, full-bodied flavor and the unique blend of Mediterranean climate, soil, and centuries-old traditions. The combination of ideal growing conditions and the hands-on approach to farming makes Lebanese olive oil one of the finest in the world.

Q: Is your olive oil available for international shipping?
A: Yes, we ship our olive oil internationally, bringing Samira’s legacy and the finest quality olive oil to your doorstep, no matter where you are.

Q: How does your brand honor Samira’s legacy?
A: Through our dedication to quality and sustainability, every bottle we produce carries forward Samira's values of resilience, nurturance, and harmony. It's a tribute to her life and the strength she instilled in our family.

Q: How d you give back to the community?
A:
Our mission is to contribute to the future of Lebanon with every bottle of Samira’s Olive Oil. A portion of our proceeds is reinvested in planting new olive trees in the region, ensuring that the tradition lives on and the community grows

10 to 12 hours of Sun

Tucked into the sun-drenched hills of southern Lebanon, our olive grove is more than just land; it’s part of our family’s story. Planted by my grandmother over 50 years ago, these Nocellara del Belice olive trees have been lovingly tended across generations. The grove faces the sun from sunrise to sunset, giving the olives their full, rich character and nurturing a harvest that’s as soulful as it is flavorful.

Every bottle of Samira’s Olives begins here — in the same soil, under the same sun, with the same care my grandmother poured into each tree.

Hand-Picked


At Samira’s Olives, we believe that good things take time — and truly exceptional olive oil takes patience, purpose, and hard work. That’s why we handpick every single olive, just as my grandmother once did. It may take longer, but it allows us to treat each olive with care, preserving its natural flavor, aroma, and character from branch to bottle.


Harvesting begins with a simple but thoughtful process. We gently lay tarps beneath each tree and use handheld combs to guide the olives off the branches — softly, without bruising or damaging them. The olives drop onto the tarps, where they’re carefully gathered by hand and immediately taken to be milled.

Stone Milled


Within 24 hours of picking, the olives reach our mill. After a thorough cleaning, they’re crushed whole using a traditional stone milling process that turns the olives into a rich, fragrant paste. This paste is slowly churned and then passed through our press to separate the oil — fresh, raw, and full of life — from the solids. This is what we proudly call our liquid gold.

Bottled by Hand

we hand-bottle and label each bottle ourselves. It’s a labor of love, just like everything else we do.

This isn’t just olive oil. It’s a connection to the land, to our family, and to a way of life that honors simplicity, honesty, and tradition.

We hope it brings warmth, depth, and beauty to your table — just as it has to ours for generations.

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