The Golden Oil: Why Culinary Argan Is Morocco’s Best-Kept Secret

A Liquid Treasure Rooted in Tradition

Long before it showed up in high-end kitchens or on sleek pantry shelves, culinary argan oil was known only to the Berber communities of southwestern Morocco. Pressed from the seeds of the ancient argan tree. A species so rare it only grows in one part of the world. This golden oil was a staple of local meals, medicine, and ritual.

Today, the world is just beginning to catch on.

What Makes Culinary Argan Oil So Special?

While beauty shelves have embraced argan oil for its skin and hair benefits, culinary argan oil remains one of Morocco’s most underrated exports despite being:

• Nutrient-rich: Packed with antioxidants, Vitamin E, and heart-healthy fats.
• Flavorful: Nutty, toasty, and delicate, with no bitterness.
• Rare: It takes 66 pounds of fruit to produce just 1 liter of oil.
• Ethical & Sustainable: Harvested by hand and produced by women-run cooperatives using traditional stone presses.

Culinary argan oil isn’t just a product. it’s a legacy.

A Taste of Morocco, Modernized

At ARLO, we honor this legacy with reverence and refinement. Each bottle carries centuries of culture, but with a modern twist — designed for today’s tables, clean kitchens, and conscious eaters.

Whether you drizzle it on roasted vegetables, swirl it into yogurt, or elevate your desserts, this oil transforms the ordinary into the unforgettable.

Why You Haven’t Heard of It (Yet)

Unlike olive oil or avocado oil, culinary argan oil isn’t mass-produced. That’s partly why it's been a hidden gem in the global pantry — until now. As chefs, nutritionists, and food lovers search for new ways to eat clean and well, argan oil is stepping into the spotlight.

And once you taste it, you'll wonder how it ever stayed a secret.