AAIOOC 2026
Edition 2026

Where Ancient Traditions
Meet Global Excellence

The Afro-Asian International Olive Oil Competition

Bridging the olive heritage of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East

Important Venue Update

2026 Edition will be held in Tunis, Tunisia — the heart of ancient Carthage, exceptionally from Abu Dhabi. Sample shipping address remains unchanged.

March 23–26, 2026
Tunis, Tunisia
€250 per category

A Prestigious Platform for Excellence

The Afro-Asian International Olive Oil Competition is more than an event — it is a celebration of millennia-old traditions meeting modern innovation. From the sun-drenched groves of Tunisia to the ancient terraces of the Levant.

Each year, AAIOOC unites visionary producers, master millers, and culinary experts to celebrate diverse heritage spanning continents and cultures.

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Olive oil heritage

50+

Participating Countries

300+

Olive Oil Samples

25

Expert Judges

5

Years of Excellence

Competition

Categories

01

Quality Competition

250€

Extra virgin olive oils from any country. Samples submitted anonymously and coded for fair judging.

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02

Healthy Competition

250€

Evaluated by organoleptics and chemical analysis. Second phase after Quality.

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03

Infused Oils

250€

Garlic, chili, lemon, truffle. Evaluated purely by organoleptic analysis.

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Competition Details

Event

Afro-Asian IOOC 2026

Location

Tunis, Tunisia

Dates

March 23–26, 2026

Ceremony

March 26, 2026

Sample Submission

Shipping Address

GIOOC
C/O Raouf Chouket
Jardin V – Bat D
665 Rue Pierraz Frettaz
01710 Thoiry, France
Deadline: March 20, 2026
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GIOOC Family

GIOOC Competitions

One family of international olive oil competitions — enter one, or compete across them all.

2026

2026 International Olive Oil Competition

TBD

Jan 14 – Mar 14, 2026

Registration open

2024

2024 International Olive Oil Competition

Multiple Locations

Jan 14 – Dec 30, 2024

Registration closed

Ready to Claim Your Place?

Join the most prestigious olive oil competition in the Afro-Asian region. Showcase your excellence from the heart of ancient Carthage.