Artisans

Antonio Sangiovanni
Caiazzana Olive: a Timeless Flavor through the Ages

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Amid ancient olive trees and timeless values, Antonio Sangiovanni and his family lovingly preserve the soul of the caiazzana olive. Their story is a journey through history, family memories, and daily challenges, leading us to discover this ancient variety and a way of welcoming rooted in care and respect.
For them, agritourism is a true philosophy: a place where nature, tradition, and well-being come together through human connection, simple gestures, and authentic flavors—bringing back the true essence of living.

Interview by: Riccardo Cioffi
Video by: Amedeo Corvino, Leonardo Toce
Video Editing by: Leonardo Toce
Document by: Sabrina De Stefano
Subtitle ita/eng by: Sabrina De Stefano, Amedeo Corvino, Biagio Rossi
Translation by: Sabrina De Stefano, Amedeo Corvino, Biagio Rossi
MedEatResarch – Center of Social Research on the Mediterranean Diet of the University of Naples Suor Orsola Benincasa, head by Marino Niola and Elisabetta Moro
Realized: 07/07/2025

Antonio Sangiovanni

Year: 05/09/1959
City: Caiazzo
Profession: Expert farmer committed to promoting the Caiazzana olive
Language: Italian, dialect of Caiazzo

Video table of contents

00:00 – 01:25 | Antonio Sangiovanni: Guardian of the Soul of the Caiazzana Olive
01:25 – 02:00 | The Harvest: The Most Vibrant Moment
02:01 – 02:30 | For Us, the Olive Tree Is Everything!
02:31 – 03:34 | The Unique Traits of the Caiazzana Olive
03:34 – 04:33 | The Production Cycle of the Caiazzana Olive
04:34 – 05:37 | Caiazzana Olive: A Slow Food Heritage
05:38 – 06:07 | Ancient Olive Trees: A Millenary Legacy to Protect
06:08 – 06:41 | Family: Between Sacrifice and Resilience
06:42 – 08:14 | Agritourism: From a Vision to a Way of Life
08:14 – 09:22 | Reviving Traditions and the Core Values of the Land
09:22 – 09:34 | Bread and Oil: Irresistible Flavors, Essence of Wellbeing
09:34 – 10:00 | Oil Is Something Sacred
10:01 – 10:45 | Our Philosophy: A Living Dialogue Between Farming and Community
10:46 – 12:13 | Human Connection and Harmony with Nature: Our Truest Legacy

Geographic information

Country: IT
Region: Campania
Città: Caserta, Caiazzo
Altitude: 120 m s.l.m.

Links and attachements

https://www.aziendasangiovannicaiazzo.it/