People in Italy, Greece, Spain, and France enjoy small meals consisting of fresh olives, meats, cheeses, and vegetables. Olives and antipasti are popular finger-foods for people across the Mediterranean — and around the world.

The olive and antipasti bars at Giant Eagle® feature the finest Mediterranean delicacies. These foods are delicious and satisfying anytime, and are rich in heart-healthy ingredients such as olive oil, vinegar, vegetables, and herbs. They're also low in cholesterol and MSG-free.

Olives
Olive trees flourish in the dry, rocky inland soil that surrounds the Mediterranean Sea. Since they’re naturally bitter-tasting, olives must be cured and, often, marinated before they’re served.

Olives range in color from pale green to deep black. They come in a wide range of sizes and shapes — from tiny black cooking olives to big, gorgeous green olives for cocktails and appetizers.

Antipasti
The word antipasti means "before the meal" in Italian. Originally served as appetizers, today antipasti are served at all courses.

Our antipasti bar offers over 20 varieties of treats — an exciting spectrum of regional taste and selection. Choose from marinated vegetables, Sicilian olive medleys, Mozzarella bocconcini, hot stuffed banana peppers, and more.

Visit our olive and antipasti bar at select Giant Eagle^® stores for the latest selections.