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The Gay Farmer olive oil is easily the best I have ever tasted. I love Mark's story of how it came about, and the personal touch of a handwritten card with my order. When the oil arrived, despite bein... See more
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I am a big fan of this oil, such great flavours and versatility. Supporting small producers like The Gay Farmer is important to me, especially with a product of this quality. My package arrived within... See more
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Met the gay farmer at a Christmas fair very informative , Jan ; Brought online 2 bottles of organic olive oil one for myself and one for a friend , great quality olive oil , service was efficient a... See more
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THE GAY FARMERS STORY The idea for The Gay Farmer came in the beginning of 2008 after doing my first olive harvest on my mother’s small farm in Moratalla, north west Murcia in Spain. The oil from our harvest tasted wonderful and the idea came to import to the UK and sell to local delis, wholefood and grocery stores. The word spread amongst my friends and, being a gay man, they teased me with, “so what are you now then dear “The Gay Farmer?” The Gay Farmer was born! After 7 harvests with the local Mill and an ever-increasing knowledge of Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, I made the decision, on my birthday, in February 2019 whilst at our farm to switch Olive Mills to one of the finest and oldest family run Organic mills in the country. After 6 generations at Cortijo El Tobazo, since 1850 no less, the family produce one of the finest Multi Award Winning Early Harvest Picual Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oils available, which cannot be beaten on quality or flavour. Their organic and bio diversity principles are second to none, resulting in an Olive forest, where the land is not rotavated, leaving a sea of green goodness for 197 different species of fauna and flora as nature intended. The Olive Mill is situated at the centre of a 1500-acre estate, ensuring the olives are from tree to press in less than 3 hours to limit oxidization. This preserves maximum health benefits and flavour. Roll on to 2024 and I Qualified as a Olive Oil Sommelier after a intensive course with the Olive Oil Times Education Lab, tasting 100s of oils and learning an in-depth knowledge from cultivation to the finished packaged product, from the leading experts in the world and meeting wonderful like-minded people in the process. 2024 also saw our biggest change in our 12 year history, with shockingly bad harvests across the Mediterranean basin in 2023 we decided to bring another Organic Mill into the fold and change our original classic from an Arbequina & Picual to 100% Arbequina. Along with our premium Early Harvest Picual From Jaen Andalucia we really are offering some of the finest Organic EVOO around. We also have plans to bring to you more Organic EVOO in the very near future with an emphasis on Organic, Single Variety, Quality and Sustainability. At the end of December 2024 we updated our queer cans to include a £1 donation for every can sold for the wonderful akt charity, who's mission is to ensure that every LGBTQ+ 16-25 year old facing homelessness or a hostile living environment has a safe place to live. So that is the story so far, all that is left to say is “Enjoy”, The Gay Farmer, Multi Award Winning Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oils at their finest and as they should be, whilst caring and respecting others and this beautiful planet we live on for generations to come...
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Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Annie,
So sorry for my very late reply, I'm just catching up with the Trust Pilot reviews today.
Thank you so much for the 5 stars especially since my olive oil was too bitter and peppery for you, these are very good signs of quality olive oils but are not to everyones taste.
May I suggest Brindisa Arbequina, this is a more fruity with much less bitter and peppery.
Thank you again.
Very best,
Mark
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Jenny,
Thank you so much for your kind words.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark
Consistently good product and service
I've been buying olive oil directly from The Gay Farmer for a few years now. I trust his product, and the quality is even - always excellent. It's a mild oil that works for cooking as well as a salad oil. No need to do anywhere else when I can order in bulk!
September 2, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Rahel,
Thank you so much for the most lovely review and your amazing support, it really means the world to us.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Richard,
Thank you so much for your amazing support.
Enjoy!
Very best
Mark & The Gay Farmer Team
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear William,
Thank you so much for your 5 star review.
I realise I'm not the cheapest, but I would like to think I'm one of the best :-)
Enjoy!
Very best
Mark
Excellent Product and Service
I was given arbequina & picual olive oil from The Gay Farmer for Christmas. It was such good olive oil that before I finished it I bought two more taking advantage of the offer on buying 2.
It was easy to buy and I was kept regularly informed about delivery
I will continue to buy and enjoy this product
July 26, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Jane,
Thank you so much for your lovely kind words.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark
The finest oils…
These oils are simply the finest oils you could ever taste. The Early Harvest Extra Virgin oil, in the black can, has a peppery punch that you won't soon forget. Intense would describe it, in my opinion. The Organic Extra Virgin oil is less peppery and both have a very slight bitterness and a herbaceous indulgence that gives them an astonishing flavour. The Gay Farmer has a new customer for life.
Well done, Mark!
July 4, 2022
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Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Stan,
Thank you, thank you, thank you for such an outstanding review, I feel truly blessed.
Enjoy!
Very best
Mark
Gay review for the Gay Farmer!
Delicious, full-flavoured oil. Perfect gift. Wonderful service. What’s not to love??
June 27, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Hi Lucy,
Ahh, thank you so much for your lovely words.
Enjoy!
Very best
Mark and The Gay Farmer team
Good Product.
Good Product.
Always great product and amazing customer service.Staff are very friendly. service is good
June 17, 2022
Unprompted review
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Dean,
Thank you so much for your kind words.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark and The Gay Farmer team
The only olive oil to use!
I have tried many olive oils over the year and can honestly say this is the best. Beautiful tins that you won't want to keep in the cupboard as they look so stylish!
Very fast delivery and very well packaged
Will be ordering again!
June 7, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Sally,
Thank you my lovely.
Enjoy!
Much love,
Mark x
Always excellent service in terms of…
Always excellent service in terms of confirmation and product despatch
May 28, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Andrew,
Thank you so much for the lovely review and ongoing support.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark and The Gay Farmer team
Best olive oil.
I originally bought this olive oil from a market . It was wonderful to chat to the man himself and hear about origins of this particular olive oil. I loved the oil so much that i’ve purchased more since. The best tasting olive oil I’ve tasted.
May 19, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Deepa,
Thank you so much for you're lovely review.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark and The Gay Farmer team
Fantastic company
Fantastic company, with the best olive oil! Don’t think about it, just buy, you will never look back!
May 6, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Hope,
Thank you, thank you thank you.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark and The Gay Farmer team
I was given this particular oil as a…
I was given this particular oil as a present a year ago and it was so good that I ordered a replacement when it ran out.
Ordering was easy and delivery efficient so I will continue to re-order from this company.
May 5, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Heather,
Thank you so much for you're lovely review.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark and The Gay Farmer team
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Roger,
Thank you so much for your kind words and ongoing support.
Enjoy!
Very best
Mark and The Gay Farmer Team
Lovely olive oil
Lovely olive oil, not the first time we have bought it. And a very kind thoughtful message in the package from Mark. As soon as these tins are empty, we'll be ordering more.
April 5, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Mandy,
Thank you so much for your kind words and ongoing support.
Enjoy!
Very best,
Mark and The Gay Farmer Team
Best oil I've had in my kitchen
I ordered both bottles, which arrived promptly and beautifully packaged. This olive oil was recommended by a friend who sometimes posts pictures on Instagram of dishes he's made with it. Now I know why he raves about it: the flavour is a knockout – I've always bought good olive oil but don't think I've ever had one this delicious in my kitchen. Subtle differences between the two bottles, each oil with its own character. Divine on chunks of dipped sourdough. Big fan!
March 4, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Clare,
Thank you so much for such an amazing review, we are truly touched :-)
Enjoy the New Harvests.
Very best,
The Gay Farmer Team
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Annie,
Thank you so much for your kind words.
Enjoy!
Very best,
The Gay Farmer Team
Great product will definitely order…
Great product will definitely order again. Delivery was a bit muddled got a date then delivery Co changed it no reason. But as I say product excellent.
February 10, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Sue,
Thank you so much for your very kind review, especially since you were given the incorrect delivery day, which we do apologise for.
Enjoy the New Harvest :-)
All our very best,
Mark and The Gay Farmer Team
Great oils
Love this oil and the story behind it. Have tried the lighter one and it is great for vinaigrette. Plan to try the heavier one with breads.
January 21, 2022
Reply from The Gay Farmer
Dear Stephanie,
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
Enjoy the New Harvests, and do try the Early Harvest with bread and to enhance strong flavoured ingredients.
All our very best,
Mark and The Gay Farmer Team
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