Filema – mixed olives 250 g
The Greek table enjoys variety: something salty, something crunchy, and something that can be placed in the center and shared. Filema mixed olives from Crete are several types of olives in one package — a ready-to-eat mezze, perfect for everyday use or when guests arrive. Open, transfer to a bowl, and the table is "set."
Origin and Ingredients
Product of the Filema brand. Origin: Crete, Greece.
Ingredients: mixed olives (various types) in brine (e.g., water, salt, acidity regulator; sometimes also olive oil/spices).
Taste and Texture
The mix offers different textures and profiles: some olives will be firmer, others more fleshy. This is a great choice if you like to try different things and want several flavors on your table without buying several separate packages.
Culinary Uses
- mezze and snacks: in a bowl, on the table
- cheese board: with feta, aged cheeses, and bread
- salads: especially with tomatoes, cucumber, and feta
- sandwiches and wraps: as a distinctive addition
- pastes: chop the olives and mix with extra virgin olive oil
- hot dishes: add at the end to roasted vegetables or pasta
Pairing Suggestions
Simplest: feta, tomatoes, cucumber, extra virgin olive oil, and oregano. Pita/bread and olive paste also go well with the table — then you have a complete mezze effortlessly.
Key Benefits
- several types of olives → variety of flavors and textures in one package
- origin: Crete → classic Greek destination
- ready-made mezze → quick snack with no preparation
- versatile use → boards, salads, sandwiches, snacks
- 250 g → convenient portion for several occasions
- looks good on the table → ideal for gatherings and dinners
Specification
| Producer / brand |
Filema |
| Origin |
Crete, Greece |
| Ingredients |
mixed olives, brine |
| Allergens |
- |
| Weight |
250 g |
| Storage |
as per packaging information |
| Best before date |
as per packaging information |
How to Serve
- serve in a bowl as a table snack
- add to salad just before serving
- on a board: combine with feta, bread, and extra virgin olive oil
- after opening, store according to the label and keep in brine
FAQ
1) What kind of olives are inside?
It's a mix of green and black kalamon / kalamata olives.
2) Are the olives very salty?
It depends on the brine. If you prefer them milder, you can rinse them briefly and drain.
3) Does the mix contain pits?
Yes.
4) How to store after opening?
According to the information on the package; typically: in the refrigerator, in brine, tightly sealed.
5) What do they pair best with?
With mezze, cheese boards, and salads with feta and tomatoes.
Who are they ideal for?
- for people who like variety and want several types of olives in one go
- for fans of mezze-style snacks and Mediterranean cuisine
- for gatherings and dinners when you want to serve a ready-made snack without effort
Pairs well with
- feta
- extra virgin olive oil
- Greek oregano
- olive paste / tapenade
- bread / pita
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