ABOUT US

Olive This Olive That

San Francisco, CA

Our Ethos

The food we eat should mirror the beauty and abundance of the earth and nature’s ecosystems, inspiring us to enjoy the present moment with people and loved ones. When we sit together, to eat good food and share with one another, this strengthens our connection to the planet and our community.

Olive This Olive That was established in 2012 in Noe Valley, San Francisco.

Meet Janell

Owner, Janell Pekkain, works directly with California farmers to offer fresh extra virgin olive oils to consumers. Her mission as an olive oil producer, sommelier, educator, and retailer is to provide quality, certified, locally-produced extra virgin through experience.

She loves to share her sensory expertise with consumers so that they, too, can confidently choose, use, and enjoy a range of flavorful extra virgin olive oils, infused olive oils, and vinegars.

Dedicated to Community & Connection

Janell is a creative entrepreneur who is known for bringing community together and inspiring others to eat well. She believes good health is a right, not a luxury, and is dedicated to serving her community by sourcing quality, fresh ingredients for optimal health and wellness.

Over the years, Olive This Olive That has become known as the go-to place for quality and authentic extra virgin olive oil and expertise.

We love our neighbors and extended community. We see you! We love you! And we are always happy and grateful when you walk through our doors.

Becoming a Sensory Professional

Did you know that olive oil is graded? The top quality is considered 'extra virgin' and that is determined through our senses, particularly smell and taste.

Shortly after opening OTOT, Janell took a deep dive into sensory education with the California Olive Oil Council (COOC). After many years of committed tasting and education, she became a certified taster or olive oil sommelier.

She now leads olive oil tastings for company, private, and in-store events and serves as a judge in annual olive oil competitions. She currently serves as a taste panel member on the Applied Sensory panel.

From the people
From the people

"Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. An amazing collection of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and some other little surprises as well!"

Beverly Ulbrich
From the people

"I highly recommend booking a private tasting here for your next team building event. To accompany the five oils we tasted, Janell created a gorgeous spread..."

Alicia DiGiammarino
From the people

"...They give back to the community time and time again with locally harvested products, demonstrations and community events. Can't say enough, other than give them your business, they deserve it!"

Dani B.