María Pereira has been in charge of the Oleoteca La Chinata de Coruña for three years, but it opened its doors in May 2012. Since then, the project has been growing with committed and enthusiastic staff.
Previously, María combined several jobs with one main job and the opportunity arose for a transfer from La Chinata. After meeting with previous owners and thanks to the support of her environment, she decided to take the plunge: "I discovered my potential in a new field," says the owner.
She had already worked for many years with the public, but affirms that: "Being a manager is going further, I love the product and that is reflected in my work." And as a balance of these years at the forefront, there is something that is very clear: "Illusion is the key."
“Oils are kings, both classic and seasoned”
And with this illusion he took the reins of this business adventure: "The beginnings have been easy due to having a loyal clientele that has been increasing year after year," he says.
The most demanded range of the Oleoteca is the new line of OLIVITA cosmetics, with an organic certificate "for its effectiveness and high quality""
Located in an emblematic enclave
The Oleoteca La Chinata de Coruña is located on Calle de la Fama number 1, in a privileged area of the Galician city, a step away from La Marina (City of Glass). It is very close to the emblematic Plaza de María Pita and the entrance to the old town (Ciudad Vieja), places very busy with tourists and a promenade area of the inhabitants of the city.
When it comes to differentiating herself from the rest of the gourmet establishments in the area, María emphasizes that creativity is the most important thing: “Our gifts always surprise and customers can make very varied and personalized compositions with which they feel identified. We adapt to any budget and we commit ourselves 100% with each project we accept”.
"The beginnings have been easy due to having a loyal clientele that has been increasing year after year"
best selling products
The most in-demand range of the Oleoteca is the new line of OLIVITA cosmetics, with the Eco Cert Cosmos Organic ecological certificate, "due to its effectiveness and high quality," he points out. In addition, she reveals that for her "she They have become a staple.
La Chinata is a company that is always innovating and adapting to customer needs
Regarding the gourmet area, “oils are kings, both the classic ones and the seasoned ones. On these dates the most popular are basil and truffle, perfect for enhancing the flavor of the best recipes”. The wide range of sea pates, meat, cheese or vegetables also stands out: "They are the delight of the most demanding" he confirms.
Innovation, quality and competitive price
As the owner of an olive oil library, María highlights two main qualities of La Chinata: "It is a company that is always innovating and adapting to customer needs." And he maintains that what is most surprising is: “The high quality of its products and its competitive price”.
Finally, he reveals his short-term objective: "That people learn more about our products from Extremadura, with which they will repeat for sure."
Information of interest
| owners | Maria Pereira |
| Address | Street of Fame nº1 lower center PC. 15001 A Coruña |
| Contact | Telephone: 881 91 27 75 [email protected] |
| Schedules | Monday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
| social media | Instagram/Lachinata_coruna |
