Molon Lave Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a premium Greek olive oil produced in the Lakonia region of the Peloponnese, near Sparta. The name "Molon Lave" (ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ) translates to "Come and take [them]," a historic phrase attributed to King Leonidas I of Sparta around 490 BC, when the Persian army demanded that the Spartans surrender their weapons at the Battle of Thermopylae.
It’s come to symbolize a strong stand against oppression—saying, in effect: "If you want to take what’s mine, you’ll have to come and fight for it." Today, people use it to express unwavering commitment to their rights, freedom, and values, especially in the face of overwhelming force.
About Molon Lave Extra Virgin Olive Oil :
Made exclusively from olives harvested in a single crop year, ensuring consistency and quality
Processing: Cold-extracted at temperatures below 27°C to preserve the oil's beneficial properties.
Quality Assurance: Certified with Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status, highlighting its unique regional characteristics.
Sustainability: Produced using environmentally friendly practices under an Integrated Management System.
Frequently asked questions
Sydney Metro: Free local delivery on orders over $150; $9.95 for orders under $150.
Same-day delivery is available within Sydney Metro — call (02) 9906 8990 for a same-day rate.
Rest of NSW & Australia: shipped via Australia Post, calculated at checkout by weight and destination.
Click & Collect: free pickup from 43 Carlotta St, Artarmon during store hours (Mon–Fri 9–5, Sat 9–1).
Delivery times: Sydney 1–2 business days; the rest of Australia up to about a week, subject to Australia Post.
Frozen, chilled and bakery items are pickup only and cannot be shipped.
Yes — many of our lines are available in bulk. For larger or wholesale quantities, call us on (02) 9906 8990 or email sales@ocf.net.au.
We stock a wide range of organic and locally sourced products, though not everything — we specialise in imported international goods that are hard to find in Australia.
Because we sell food, returns are only available if there is a genuine problem with a product, at management’s discretion within 7 days of purchase. We can’t accept returns for change of mind.
Monday - Friday: 9 am–5 pm
Saturday : 9AM - 1PM
Sunday & Public Holidays: Closed
