Huilerie Richard, Farm shop in Montoison, France
Huilerie Richard is a farm shop in Montoison, in southeastern France, where oils made from locally grown nuts and olives are produced and sold on site. The shelves hold bottles of oil, goat milk soap, and small gift sets, including the Cuvée des centenaires, a selection of different oils.
Huilerie Richard has been operating in Montoison for several generations, using traditional pressing methods that have long been common in the area. The workshop has changed little over the years and reflects a part of the local farming history.
Huilerie Richard is a place where visitors can buy regional products directly from the producer and chat with the staff about local ingredients. The team is known for sharing tips on how to use the oils and spreads in everyday cooking.
The shop is in Montoison, a small town in the Drôme department, and is easiest to reach by car. It is worth setting aside some time for tasting, as the staff are happy to explain what they sell.
One of the shop's products is a black olive spread made from olives grown near Nyons, a town recognized for its AOP-certified olives. Nyons is one of the few places in France where olives have been cultivated continuously since ancient times.
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