If your January health kick is already wobbling like a newborn foal on black ice, The Real Greek has a refreshingly simple idea: sit down, order your favourites, and start with a ceremonial shot of Greek extra virgin olive oil. Yes, a shot. No, not the kind that ends with karaoke and regret. This one’s called Liquid Gold, and it’s being served as a nod to centuries of Greek tradition—olive oil as a symbol of vitality, health, and heritage.
From 12th – 31st January, diners at all The Real Greek sites nationwide will be offered the olive oil on arrival, along with a small card explaining: “You’ve just taken Liquid Gold – a 3,000-year-old wellness ritual powered by good fats.” And because January is also the month of bargains and bravery, guests will receive 20% off their next visit—a smart little nudge to come back once your “new year, new me” era has turned into “same me, just hungrier”.
What is the Liquid Gold ritual — and why now?
The timing is no accident. We’re living through peak “shot culture,” where people will happily down something tiny on camera if it promises big benefits and looks good on a story. The Liquid Gold moment leans into that: a quick, shareable ritual that also fits neatly alongside the Mediterranean diet’s long-standing reputation for feel-good eating.
And let’s be clear: The Real Greek isn’t trying to turn dinner into a biology lecture. The point is simple—extra virgin olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats and antioxidants, and it’s widely associated with heart health and overall wellbeing when eaten as part of a balanced Mediterranean-style diet. In other words, it’s not magic; it’s just one of the better habits a person can build without needing a new app, a cold plunge, or a personality transplant.
The expert view: gut health, tradition, and a 2026 trend call
Jordan Hawoth, Gastrointestinal Physiologist, says: “Extra virgin olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats and polyphenols that support a healthy gut microbiome. Combined with the Mediterranean diet – packed with vegetables, legumes, meat, and fish – it’s one of the best ways to nourish your body and promote long-term wellbeing.
Taking a ceremonial shot like this is not only rooted in ancient Greek tradition, it’s also one of the biggest wellness trends we expect to see in 2026. The Real Greek’s menu shows how delicious, everyday eating can align with science-backed health benefits.”
That’s the sweet spot The Real Greek is aiming for here: tradition with a modern wink, and wellness without the joyless finger-wagging.
If you’re going to do a “Mediterranean reset,” you may as well do it with food that actually tastes like something. The Real Greek leans hard into the classics: olives, tzatziki, hummus, prawn souvlaki, chicken, octopus, aubergine, Greek salad and flatbread—the sort of lineup that makes you wonder why anyone ever decided lunch should be a plain protein bar eaten at a red light.
Paired with the Liquid Gold shot, it becomes a full little culinary journey: bold flavours, simple ingredients, and the kind of meal that doesn’t leave you feeling like you need a nap and an apology.
Dates, offer, and what you actually get
When: 12th–31st January
Where: All The Real Greek restaurants nationwide
What you get: A ceremonial extra virgin olive oil shot on arrival + the card quote + 20% off your next visit
The Liquid Gold Reset Ritual will run across all The Real Greek restaurants for two weeks from 12th-31st January. Dine in and kickstart your Mediterranean reset today. For more information, menus, and participating locations, visit: https://www.therealgreek.com
FAQs
Is the olive oil shot free at The Real Greek?
The ritual is offered to diners on arrival during the promotion window (12th–31st January).
Do you have to order anything specific?
The promotion is framed as an on-arrival ritual for diners; the menu remains the usual The Real Greek offering.
What’s the benefit of extra virgin olive oil?
Extra virgin olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats and antioxidants and is commonly associated with cardiovascular and overall wellbeing as part of a Mediterranean-style diet.
Is there an offer included?
Yes—diners also receive 20% off their next visit.
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