Wholefood Supplier Stories

“We don’t just buy from anyone. We believe in building relationships with our suppliers, and we thought you might enjoy reading their stories. Discover why we choose them and what makes their products special.”

THE LESBIAN DONKEY

The Lesbian Donkey is a cherished family venture established in 2013, rooted in the picturesque Plomari region. Situated amidst challenging terrain, their olive groves thrive through traditional cultivation methods, eschewing modern machinery. Guided by the principles of organic farming, only tree-ripened fruits are handpicked, while fallen produce enriches the soil naturally. With gentle care, olives are gathered using time-honoured chestnut wood sticks, then swiftly transported to the nearby mill for cold pressing in Palaiochori village. This blend of tradition and innovation yields a superior product, a testament to our commitment to quality.

GLUTEN FREE OATMEAL OF ALFORD

Our oat supplier, Oatmeal of Alford, has been farming on their third generation farm in the North East of Scotland since the 1940s. Sustainability has always been at the heart of what they do, from planting hedges around fields and creating dedicated areas for wildlife, to being early adopters of renewable energy.

Their home farm has been organic for over 40 years. The land is managed in rotations to allow it to recover between crops, and no chemical applications are used in the growing of their organic oats.

They also work with a neighbouring estate to grow conventional gluten-free oats. These are grown with minimal inputs, similar to organic methods, with only a small amount of fertiliser and a single spray for weeds after spring planting. The oat itself never comes into contact with chemicals, and no fungicides or pesticides are used at any stage.

Oats are a hardy crop, well suited to the rolling hills of Aberdeenshire, where wildlife and nature thrive alongside the growing fields. In fact, one of the biggest challenges they face is deer and birds eating the oats as they grow.

MORNING FOODS SINCE 1675

Morning Foods, who also supply us with Rolled and Jumbo Oats, carries forward a rich legacy of supplying wholesome wholegrain oats to the food industry, delivered in diverse packaging options to suit every need. With millers who are the backbone of the operation, with generations of expertise passed down through the years, transforming their craft into an unparalleled art form. Sourced locally from the fertile fields of Britain, their products offer users unparalleled versatility in their culinary creations, backed by our unwavering commitment to excellence.

REDROASTER

For the past 24 years, they've been meticulously roasting fresh coffee beans right in the heart of vibrant Brighton. Nestled in Kemptown, their wholesale coffee roastery remains a beacon of artisanal craftsmanship. Each day, their vintage Diedrich roasters lovingly coax out the flavours of speciality coffee beans sourced through direct trade with farmers worldwide. With a commitment to freshness, they roast these beans daily, delivering them swiftly across the city and beyond, powered by e-bikes.

FARRINGTON’S

Farrington’s Mellow Yellow is the original ‘seed to bottle’ producer of British cold pressed rapeseed oil.
Founded by Duncan Farrington MBE, Mellow Yellow is a versatile cooking oil that’s sustainably grown and produced to LEAF Marque standards on the Farrington family farm.
High in Omega 3 and vitamins, it’s lower in saturated fat than most other culinary oils and has a subtle, nutty flavour which is great for frying, roasting, baking, drizzling and marinades.
Mellow Yellow also offers a range of award-winning, additive-free home-made dressings, plus a signature Chilli Oil which brings a lovely kick to any dish.