Fair Trade Olive Oil from Palestine
Cold Pressed Extra Virgin

"The land and sky of Palestine bring you this gift of peace"

Palestinian olive oil is the product of millennia of cultivation by Palestinian farmers in arid valleys and on mountainside terraces. Its distinct flavor and excellent quality is highly prized and well-known to lovers of fine olive oil.  North Americans can now discover this excellent oil for themselves.

In the face of great dispossession over the last 60 years, Palestinians have clung more desperately to their land and the olive tree is a symbol of their ties to the land. The humble olive tree also has real practical worth as the tree of wealth, protection and security, of shelter and sustenance.  In total, the olive tree and its products represent a major source of income for over 100,000 Palestinian families.

Zatoun olive oil comes from farm co-operatives in the central corridor running from Jenin in north to Ramallah in south.  They operate through the Palestine Fair Trade Association.

One dollar from each bottle is given to "Project Hope," an arts and education program for young people in Palestine. Another dollar from each bottle is donated to " Trees for Life," a world-wide project to 35,000 plant olive tree saplings in Palestine to replace destroyed trees.

First cold pressed
Acidity 0.05%

Grown and pressed using traditional methods without the use of chemicals.

Za'tar
A traditional staple in the Palestinian kitchen, za'tar is made from powdered thyme, sesame seeds, and sumac (a spice made from ground sour berries). Thyme is believed - by Palestinians, at least - to improve the memory. It is eaten with pita bread and olive oil - you dip the pita in the oil, and then in the za'tar.

This very mild and moisturizing soap, made from top-quality local olive oil, is especially suited for dry and sensitive skin. Good for both face and body. All natural and handmade. Produced by Aseela Women's Cooperative in Bethlehem.