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TASTE THIS: Olive Varieties and Uses: A Guide to Flavor, Pairings, and Everyday Ideas

Close-up of jars of green olives on a store shelf with a “Taste This” badge and a green banner labeled “Olives."

From buttery and mild to bold and briny, olives offer far more variety than most people expect. At Newport Ave. Market, the selection spans a full spectrum—tiny, oil-rich Arbequinas, crowd-favorite Kalamatas, and the famously approachable Castelvetrano’s that can win over even the most hesitant olive eaters. Whether you’re building a charcuterie board, mixing the perfect martini, or crafting a quick tapenade at home, each olive brings its own unique flavor, texture, and personality to the table. The fun is in tasting your way through and discovering a new favorite.