Competition
On the occasion of the fair, the OLIO CAPITALE Competition takes place every year.

The International OLIO CAPITALE Competition is a prestigious event dedicated to Typical and Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oils, produced with passion and dedication in the enchanting Mediterranean area.

The new production submitted to three Juries :
  • We differ from other competitions thanks to our three juries:
  • expert tasters,
  • renowned restaurateurs
  • our beloved passionate audience.
Participate with your OLIO EVO!!!
Now in its 19th Edition The International Capital Oil Competition is an event not to be missed

The award, promoted, sponsored and organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Venezia Giulia through Aries scarl , its in-house company, aims to enhance the value of typical and quality extra virgin olive oils of the Mediterranean area, strengthening their image particularly in foreign markets and offering the supply chain an opportunity for healthy competition for the improvement of oil quality and care of the product image.

Why it is important to participate
An International Showcase for Mediterranean Excellence:
In collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce of Venezia Giulia (Trieste), OLIO CAPITALE celebrates typical, quality extra virgin olive oils produced with love and skill in the heart of the Mediterranean.

The new production submitted to three juries :
We differ from other competitions thanks to our three juries:
  • expert tasters,
  • renowned restaurateurs
  • our beloved passionate audience.
A unique mix of judgments that enhances the variety and quality of your oils!

Exclusive Benefits for Winners:
In addition to honors and recognition, winning companies will be featured in guided tastings at the fair and receive a free booth for the 2026 edition!
Olio Capitale Shop: The New E-Commerce for Your Extra Virgin Olive Oil: By entering the contest, you will have the opportunity to list your product in the Olio Capitale Shop digital marketplace, reaching an audience passionate about extra virgin olive oil.
Deadline for Entries: Feb. 14, 2025

Don't miss your chance to let your oil shine on the international stage!

Check out the rules and fill out your application

Join Us and Celebrate Mediterranean Olive Excellence!

Participating in the Competition
Oil Capital means

Introduce your company
You will have the opportunity to have experts in the field discover and evaluate your extra virgin olive oil
Making your Oil known even at the fair
The winners of the three categories, will be able to participate free of charge in the next edition in a suitably marked common exhibition space offered by the organization.
Award-winning companies will be entitled to mention the recognition achieved on the packaging of the 2024/25 oil campaign.
In addition, during the Olio Capitale event, the winning and finalist oils will be the subject of specific tasting appointments dedicated to professionals in the sector and the public of enthusiasts.
Be featured in our Marketplace for free for one year
A true virtual marketplace of olive-growing excellence, not only for the sale of quality extra virgin olive oil, but full of useful information and directions for all those who sign up for the platform
Receive organoleptic analysis
Contest participants will be sent an actual organoleptic analysis of their oil prepared by professional O.N.A.O.O. tasters at the end of the event

Olio capitale is
A container of activities
New features are introduced each year to attract new types of audiences
to ensure that both domestic and foreign visitors are attracted to Trieste, where the event will be the flagship event enlivening the city
Each edition is a guaranteed success
Why will this edition also be a great success ?

A new schedule of highly successful side events is being implemented, as well as other new ones that will serve both to attract new types of audiences and to keep visitors at the fair longer.

In fact, visitors will be involved in the forefront of interactive and experiential activities.
The Booths
Book your booth now for the next edition of the Olio Capitale fair
Modular exhibition booths are available already fully set up from 6 sq. m.
that can be combined to increase the area.

What It Includes

  • Free registration for the International Olio Capitale Competition
  • The subscription to the catalog
  • The meetings with foreign buyers
  • The digital promotion of the participating company
  • The display of one own bottle per label at the Oil Bar® in order to duplicate visibility
  • Dimensions

    Modular booths are available with the following size:
    6 sqm (3 m front x 2 m depth) that can be combined to increase the area
  • Carpeted flooring

    Flooring over the entire carpeted surface
  • Lighting with spotlights

    General lighting through spotlights
  • Multiple socket

    Socket for connecting computer monitors and other small equipment
  • Headband with company name

    The company name and region of origin will be listed on the booth front. Possibility of customization at the time of registration
  • Closed Storage Room

    A small 1m x 1m storage room equipped with a special key to hold your materials
  • Wifi line dedicated to the fair

    A line dedicated exclusively to the fair of which, upon delivery of the booth, you will be provided with Id and password
  • Chairs

    At your disposal 3 plastic monocoque chairs
  • Table

    1 table of approx. cm W 137 - D 68 - H 72
  • Furnishings*

    In order to be able to provide better service, given the many requests, we suggest that you order furniture and extra services in good time.
    *not included in the price see application
  • Housekeeping*

    We suggest that you book your booth cleaning service in good time.
    *services not included in the price
  • Open areas above 36 square meters

    Possibility of vacant areas.
    Allowed only upon project approval, does not include perimeter panels or electrical system.
Together we will find the best solution for your needs

For more information, please do not hesitate to contact us:


Business Office:
  • Alessandro Sietti - 040 / 670 1361
  • Luisa Conforto - 040 / 670 1293