This workshop allows you to get closer to the art of distilling essential oils starting from direct contact with the Calabrian nature. The day alternates moments of field collection, clear explanations, and practical demonstrations. The goal is to provide both a solid foundation in extraction techniques and an immersive experience in local botany.

The morning starts with a friendly welcome together with a professional herbalist, followed by an introduction to the world of aromatic herbs and their distillation potential. It continues with a guided walk through the paths of Stalettì to collect the most suitable plants. You will learn to recognize the plants and collect them correctly using sustainable techniques (discover the collection moments for each one and how to ensure their regeneration). After the lunch break, we move on to the technical phase: preparation of the herbs, loading of the distiller, and observation of the entire process in steam current. The session concludes with the collection of the essential oil and its bottling. In particular, you will be able to create your personalized essential oil! Participate actively in the process and take home your personalized essential oil.

The activity is designed for those starting from scratch and for those who wish to thoroughly understand how distillers of various sizes work. The expert guides every phase with practical indications and safety advice, showing how to optimize plant preparation and how to recognize the quality of the final product.

The day concludes with an overview of the uses and value of essential oils, offering participants a complete educational experience and direct contact with the Calabrian botanical tradition.