Experience Box No. 7 – Olive Oil from Portugal + Chutney + Crackers | Christmas Edition

Creative Ideas to Use Each Flavor

The products in the Experience Box No. 7 – Olive Oil from Portugal + Chutney + Crackers | Christmas Edition were created to bring moments of sharing and pleasure to the table, with combinations that celebrate the best of Portuguese tradition. Each element of this selection — the Red Pepper Chutney, the Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Chilli, and the Chilli Crackers, Diplomata Biscuit — offers endless possibilities to turn simple meals into experiences filled with intensity and flavor.

Authentic and versatile, these products harmonize beautifully with one another, inspiring creative starters, sophisticated bites, and sides with personality. A delicious way to explore Portuguese cuisine with a modern, festive twist.

Red Pepper Chutney

With smoky, citrusy, and spicy notes, the Red Pepper Chutney is the perfect ingredient to bring life and contrast to meat, fish, or vegetable dishes. Its creamy texture and sweet-and-sour profile balance beautifully with bold flavors, making it indispensable for Christmas cooking and tasting moments.

• Cheese and charcuterie board: pair the chutney with aged goat or sheep cheeses and traditional cured meats, served with Chilli Crackers, Diplomata Biscuit for a balanced contrast of sweet, salty, and spicy.
• Grilled steak with a smoky touch: use the chutney as a finishing sauce for grilled or roasted red meats and enhance the flavor with a few drops of Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Chilli.
• Artisanal burger: swap ketchup for this chutney and add fresh arugula and aged cheese — an irresistible sweet-and-sour combo.
• Roasted vegetable salad: mix a spoonful of chutney with spicy olive oil and use as a vinaigrette over grilled vegetables for a warm salad full of character.
• Crostini appetizer: spread the chutney over Chilli Crackers, Diplomata Biscuit and finish with shavings of Serra cheese or smoked sardines for a simple, refined starter.
• Roasted fish with sweet-and-sour contrast: serve the chutney alongside baked cod or salmon, adding freshness and a subtle exotic touch to Portuguese tradition.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Chilli

The Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Chilli is intense, aromatic, and full of personality. Produced in Alentejo and combined with organic chillies, it’s perfect for bringing a vibrant touch to everyday dishes. Its versatility makes it an essential ally in Mediterranean cooking and a delicious choice for lovers of authentic, spicy flavors.

• Tasting with rustic bread: serve the olive oil in a bowl with dried herbs and fleur de sel, accompanied by rye bread, cornbread, or Chilli Crackers, Diplomata Biscuit for a simple, flavor-packed starter.
• Salad dressing: mix with lemon and honey to create a balanced vinaigrette that enhances fresh vegetables, vegan salads, or grilled chicken dishes.
• Cheese and smoked meats board: drizzle aged cheeses and artisanal cured meats with the spicy olive oil and pair with Red Pepper Chutney for perfect harmony.
• Pizzas and handmade pastas: finish pizzas, bruschettas, or pasta with a drizzle of olive oil, intensifying the flavor with the chilli’s spicy kick.
• Fish and seafood dishes: use as a finishing touch over grilled octopus, sautéed shrimp, or roasted cod to highlight freshness and heat.
• Christmas tapas: make small toasts with chutney, olive oil, and olive slices — an elegant appetizer perfect for sharing during the holidays.

Chilli Crackers, Diplomata Biscuit

Light, crunchy, and with a subtle spicy touch, the Chilli Crackers, Diplomata Biscuit are the perfect base for endless flavor combinations. Artisanally made in Aveiro, they stand out for the simplicity of their ingredients and irresistible texture, making them ideal for starters, snacks, and tastings with Portuguese products.

• With chutney and cheese: spread the crackers with Red Pepper Chutney and add a thin slice of aged cheese or brie — a fusion of heat and creaminess.
• Olive oil tasting: dip the crackers into Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Chilli and sprinkle with dried oregano for a quick, aromatic snack.
• Sardine toasts with chutney: top the cracker with a canned sardine and a small dollop of chutney, finishing with a drop of olive oil — a 100% Portuguese bite.
• Spicy mini bruschettas: use the crackers as a base for cherry tomato, olive oil, and fresh basil to create a light, colorful starter.
• Soup and purée accompaniment: serve the crackers with vegetable, pumpkin, or tomato soups to add texture and a gentle spicy touch.
• Christmas canapés: assemble small combinations with chutney, olive oil, and slices of cured ham for sophisticated, flavor-packed appetizers.

Combinations that Awaken the Palate

The Experience Box No. 7 is a celebration of the contrasts that define Portuguese cuisine: sweet and salty, mild and spicy, artisanal and contemporary. Each product was crafted to harmonize with the others, allowing endless compositions — from starters to main courses. Ideal for sharing with family or gifting those who value authentic flavors, this box is a tribute to the joy of great food and to celebrating Christmas with emotion, tradition, and creativity.

Discover the Origins and Identity of the Ingredients

The Experience Box No. 7 – Olive Oil from Portugal + Chutney + Crackers | Christmas Edition brings together three flavors that speak the language of Portuguese tradition: peppers grown along the Atlantic, extra virgin olive oil born in the olive groves of Alentejo, and artisanal crackers produced in Aveiro. Each element was chosen for its authenticity, composing a Christmas gift that celebrates territory, memory, and sharing at the table.

The result is a coherent and captivating combination: a characterful red pepper chutney, an olive oil infused with chilli for a lively profile, and a light, vegan, crunchy base. Together, they tell the story of local producers who preserve careful methods and of a Portugal that continues to turn simple ingredients into unforgettable taste experiences.

Red Peppers from Póvoa de Varzim

In Póvoa de Varzim, horticulture is part of everyday life, and red pepper is one of its best ambassadors. In fertile soils caressed by the Atlantic breeze, the fruits develop firm pulp, balanced sweetness, and intense aroma — qualities that give the chutney its body and freshness, creating a perfect sweet-and-sour base for festive pairings.

This Atlantic identity translates into a clean, persistent flavor that stands out on cheese boards, roasted meats, and fusion dishes. Handcrafted in small batches, the peppers retain their meaty, juicy nature, ensuring a creamy texture and a genuinely Portuguese character in every spoonful.

Olive Oil from Alentejo

Olive oil is a thread connecting generations in Portugal and finds its grand contemporary stage in Alentejo. Between sun-drenched plains and olive groves shaped by the rhythm of the seasons, a balanced and expressive extra virgin olive oil is born, cold-extracted to preserve its aromas and freshness. When infused with chilli, it gains an elegant warmth that enhances starters, salads, and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.

The Alentejo expression is based on precision and respect for the land: perfectly timed harvests, quick milling, and traceability from fruit to bottle. The condiment made with Portuguese chillies adds liveliness to the fruity profile, making this olive oil a versatile companion for moments of sharing during Christmas.

A Millennial Legacy of Flavor and Culture

The olive tree reached these lands long ago, and its cultivation has been refined by civilizations that left behind presses, techniques, and rituals. Over time, olive oil became part of recipes, celebrations, and daily gestures, becoming a symbol of hospitality and an essential element at the Portuguese table.

Today, that legacy lives hand in hand with modernization. Precision mills and sustainable practices maintain the purity of the product, while olive oil culture continues to unite families and regions, carrying forward a heritage that can be tasted in every drop.

Alentejo: The Heart of Olive Oil Culture

In the south, the warm, dry climate, well-drained soils, and temperature variations ensure the quality of the fruit. The trees develop deep roots, mature slowly, and concentrate compounds that give the oil its density and perfume, resulting in a rich and harmonious sensory profile.

Among cork oak forests and preserved biodiversity zones, the territory leaves its mark on the olive oil’s personality. This sense of place gives depth to the tasting experience, allowing one to recognize, in every drop, a landscape of wide horizons and patient labor.

Olive Groves with History and a Future

Alentejo combines ancient olive groves with newer orchards, where water management, soil protection, and waste reuse are standard practices. Cold extraction, immediately after harvest, ensures that the oil retains its green aromas, balanced fruitiness, and silky texture.

Designations of origin and certified processes guarantee quality and authenticity. This rigor translates into a consistent product throughout the year, perfect both on its own with bread or as a complement to traditional and contemporary dishes.

Native Varieties: Cobrançosa and Galega

The harmony of the olive oil in this box arises from the encounter of two emblematic varieties. Cobrançosa lends strength, green notes, and a slightly bitter-spicy finish; Galega brings softness, subtle sweetness, and roundness — together creating a balanced and gastronomic profile.

This duo provides structure and elegance to embrace the Portuguese chilli. The condiment integrates naturally without overpowering, amplifying the olive oil’s aromas and resulting in a lively yet refined profile, ideal for finishing dishes or dipping crackers and rustic bread.

Cobrançosa: Strength and Complexity

Known for its high polyphenol content, Cobrançosa gives the blend its character: hints of freshly cut grass, leaf, and artichoke appear, with a firm and persistent palate. This structure supports the spicy note of the condiment, prolonging the tasting experience.

In hearty salads, grilled meats, or roasted fish, this variety shows its vigor, harmonizing naturally with spices and herbs, and leaving a clean, balanced finish.

Galega: Tradition and Softness

The historic and generous Galega brings delicacy and subtle sweetness. Its fruitiness recalls apple and nuts, with mild bitterness and spiciness that round out the blend and make it extremely versatile at the table.

Because it doesn’t dominate the palate, it forms the perfect base for aromatization. When in contact with chilli, it integrates the heat gracefully, keeping the olive oil fluid, bright, and inviting.

Portugal Recognized Around the World

The excellence of Portuguese olive oils has been recognized internationally, with Alentejo taking a leading role. Year after year, consistent quality and respect for origin translate into awards and trust among those who seek products with true identity.

This reputation is not only born of terroir but also from the producers’ commitment to good agricultural practices and precision extraction. It’s this rigor that fills each bottle — and that can be tasted at the table.

Olive Oil as an Expression of Portugal

More than just an ingredient, olive oil is both a material and emotional heritage. It flavors family recipes, accompanies long conversations, and brightens simple dishes, being a constant presence in celebrations — especially during the Christmas season.

By choosing an Alentejo extra virgin olive oil infused with chilli, one celebrates a living heritage and supports those who work the land with respect. It’s a gesture of authenticity that turns a gift into a memory.

Artisanal Crackers from Aveiro

Produced by Diplomata Biscuit in Aveiro, the Chilli Crackers, Diplomata Biscuit feature a fine, crunchy texture and a subtle spicy touch. Vegan, lactose-free, and with no added sugars, they are designed to enhance accompaniments without overpowering them, serving as the perfect base for the chutney and olive oil in this box.

Careful baking and the selection of simple ingredients result in a light and versatile cracker. During tastings, they serve as a neutral canvas for experimentation: a drop of spicy olive oil, a spoon of red pepper chutney from Póvoa de Varzim, and perhaps a shaving of cheese — a trio that expresses the best of the Portuguese table.

Portugal Recognized Through Flavor

This box is a true portrait of Portugal’s diversity: Atlantic gardens, Alentejo olive groves, and artisanal bakeries come together to create a Christmas experience full of identity. The balance between vegetal freshness, spicy warmth, and crunch makes this set a memorable proposal to share.

Offering the Experience Box No. 7 – Olive Oil from Portugal + Chutney + Crackers | Christmas Edition means offering territory, history, and craftsmanship — a gift that speaks of authenticity and invites everyone to celebrate the season with truly Portuguese flavors.