You know the savory and sweet rush of flavors you dig into when you’re served soft warm bread with seasoned dipping at your favorite restaurant?

Or, the perfect hint of tangy yet sweet dressing on your favorite salad?

Or, the robust flavor of that ideal cut of grilled beef?

There’s a place where all of that comes to life… full-bodied flavors, sweet pairings and a welcoming ambience abound at the brand new Outward Olive tasting room in Crown Point, Indiana.

This olive oil and vinegar specialty shop is an unexpected experience with gleaming silver canisters full of freshly pressed EVOO and scrumptiously seasoned vinegars all available for the tasting aside crusty pieces of freshly baked bread.

If the idea of a vinegar and olive oil tasting room sounds unusual, you’re not alone. If it sounds amazing, you’ve probably already been to The Outward Olive in Crown Point. A spot that reimagines the staple products in many of your favorite recipes

Husband and wife owners Kristina and Jim DeRolf are also proud parents to four girls and their newly opened shop exudes family vibes with a cozy nook for sampling.

A carefully curated collection of gifting items from specialty pastas to tapenades grace one wall while rows of canisters line up with guests sampling the varietals of EVOO and vinegar available.

Events are also on the menu, with those in the know clamoring to book private sampling parties where charcuterie spreads and cocktail pairings play starring roles.

We slowly sampled our way through the store, trying every oil and vinegar imaginable, from bacon infused to jalapeño and beyond, before bringing home a selection of our favorite oils in 100 ML bottles, plus a Parmesan Garlic pasta that turned, easily, into weeknight dinner perfection.

SPECIAL OFFER! 10% off any event booking with coupon code LIVENWIEVENTS for online bookings or just mention if booking in shop.