Walking along the road in Winter Park I noticed a beautiful little alley.Winter Park is a beautiful area of Florida. This was my first time visiting the area. I immediately fell in love with the atmosphere. Then I see the sign which pointed me down this little alley way with a beautiful bubbling fountain in the center. Curious I went down the alley to find a quaint beautiful store full of edible curiosities.The store is full of fragrances that delights one senses. They have amazing tasting vinegars, oils, jams, sauces and other items. It is definitely a place you would want to seek out.The store is very clean and the staff is extremely knowledgeable and pleasant. You can sample just about everything.
Love this little hidden gem in Winter Park! I like to walk through what seems to be an antique path to end at this gem! I have gotten olives and stopped by before, but this time I went in with a mini group to sample some of their goods and I was mind blown! They have so many different flavors of balsamic and olive oil that it is crazy how well some do mix!We tasted olives, a cracker with manchego cheese with fig jam drizzled with blood orange olive oil and to top it off, we had vanilla ice cream drizzled with blackberry ginger balsamic and blood orange olive oil! Who wouldve known that it would taste divine? I was mind blown!Our host was Joel and he was super nice, inviting, attentive, friendly, resourceful and always open to give advice or answer any questions.We sampled the winter park balsamic and strawberry basil combination and both were very good and the combinations were an awesome explosion of flavors into my foodie mouth :)If you are in Winter Park, it is a must to stop by and see and taste any of the wonderful flavors of olive oil and/or balsamic. You never know what you may fall in love with ;)
We had to go back to the Ancient Olive since we became enamored with the Balsamics on our last visit. We love the flavored Balsamic Vinegars and we only use it and olive oil on our salads. Our favorites are the Tangerine, Blueberry, Raspberry and Black Cherry. We dont have a location near us so we bought enough to last us until we come back down to Florida. They have many other things available in the store. I especially like the pure honey. Also many accessories as well.
Tracy and Lisa are the most knowledgeable, passionate people Ive met at a place that primarily sells Olive Oil. They know qualities, histories, and flavor profile combinations! Almost anything in the store can be tried so the buyer always knows what they are buying! I brought home goods to my parents and now theyre huge fans. Will come again!
Love spots like this, tastes some Olive oils, bought some oil, Manchego and and Salami and am quite excited about it!
We ordered mini olive oils as wedding favors from Ancient Olive and our guests were thrilled! We were even able to create a custom label to personalize them. The team at Ancient Olive are knowledgeable and friendly! If youre in Winter Park, be sure to stop by!
Called more than 15 mins before closing to see if they could gather what I need so that I can just come in and pay for it. No one picked up and when I arrived before 7pm (listed as closing time) they were already closed. Annoyed when businesses dont keep to their store hours, especially small businesses.
The variety of flavors is amazing!
Everything about this store is great!! The sauces, oil blends, vinegar blends, and the customer service!!!
A wonderful place to visit, learn, and purchase delicious olive oil and vinegar. Have enjoyed the beautiful and tasty cheese and meat boards they make for special events. Very knowledgeable staff. so received an A+ from us.
Went in looking for some gifts. taste tested some fun flavored balsamic vinegars and olive oils. they helped us pair up flavors and we got to taste some yummy cheese. They pack and ship so Gifts for family in new england are on the way. The staff was very helpful. I love this place!
Great service and great product. Love this place
They are still offering tasting, if anyone was curious in that regard!!
Yesterday I found this Gourmet treasure, I want to buy everything 😁. They are so kind O felt comfortable and welcome. Everything was Tasty, already madeone of the Anderon House soup, and my son love the Gouda with bacon and the Pepper Bacon, so he made his Mc and cheese, and he love it. Be back soon. Thanks
Great store with a lot of choices as far as olive oil and balsamic flavors. The other foods and sauces they sell are also great from what Ive bought and sampled. Highly recommend this store.
Take your cooking up a level, this place will not disappoint.
This wonderful little shop has almost unlimited offerings to taste and an extremely friendly staff that is willing to accommodate in any way possible. The oils are diverse and interesting and the ancillary sauces they sell are great as well. Enjoy this little treasure.
Great choice of oils and vinegars, such great taste. It is possible to taste so we could make a decision according to our taste and pour our cooking style.
Even with COVID going on, theys till offer to grt you samples of the flavored olive oils and balsamic vinegars! Always so good. My mom has to stop by everytime she comes to town too.
HUGE selection of oils, vinaigrettes, honey... Very unassuming place hidden away but make it a point to find this place and you wont be disappointed
Introduced our friend to the store. You get $1 off if you bring back your bottles for a refill. Great oils and vinegar. Helpful staff who will let you taste and make suggestions. They also carry honey, sauces and items for the kitchen. Park at the free public parking garage around the corner. Top 3 floors are free public parking on the weekends. Oh and your first time to find the store - its hidden behind other shops, go down a walkway between the Christian Science Reading room and the Orlando Watch company. There is a fountain and a courtyard in front of the Ancient olive.
Refill prices are getting ridiculously high. Not a happy camper as I really enjoy the exquisite taste of the vinegars. Today will be my last refill /purchase visit unfortunately.
My friends and I were planning a picnic In St. Augustine recently and we were hoping to buy a different variety of olives that we hadn’t had before . We decided on the lemon infused olives considering what we thought they might be like, bitter and bitter but WTH. Let me share that they are Fantastic! Not bitter but delectably soft on the palette and a great combo to our cheeses and wine. I’m heading to WP today to get more. Don’t overlook these gems.
I stumbled upon this hidden treasure yesterday afternoon. To start, the staff is very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about their products.Its more than just an olive oil store--they have a variety of sauces, jams, pasta and delicious marinades. They not only allow you to try everything in the store, they encourage it.I dont post reviews often, but I had to comment after reading some of the negative reviews-- specifically the comment saying the olive oil tasted like vegetable oil. Sad to see narrow minded comments (remember folks this is a business and your comments matter).This store has many varieties to choose from (as stated before, with free samplings) that are simply delicious. I highly doubt from the quality of goods they carry anything tasted like vegetable oil, but who knows maybe some people like that! Anyhow, the point is youll find many options to choose from! I highly recommend.
Wonderful collection of specialty products. You can taste everything! The blueberry balsamic vinegar is amazing.
Great store. Fantastic selection. Super friendly service. Well done
Went to a class at Orange County Library and the staff from Ancient Olive were the presenters. Had a great time of fun and learning. Never knew that much about Olive Oils. Have used them forever, but after visiting the store in Winter Park the following Saturday, I will never buy from a grocery store again. This oil, along with the vinegars, was amazing! Thanks Ancient Olive for changing my buying habits! *****
Very helpful staff and amazing selection of olive oil and balsamic vinegars.
Love their infused oils!
Love this shop
Love the samples. Variety of samples. I love the olive oil with butter and the one with garlic .
Its a hidden gem on Park Avenue. Its a Balsamic, Olive Oil heaven! Sip your way all around and pick your favorite. But it doesnt stop there, talk to one of the staff, and theyll mix up flavors thatll knock your socks off. Did I mention cheese samples? Yummmy! Lots of stuff to pick up, no pressure. Just be aware, youll never see it from the road, its on a back patio, on the east side of Park Ave. Definitely a worthy stop to be made!
Love it there... Great selection and products... Staff is also great and helpful.
The staff are always helpful. I usually come here to purchase gifts, but Ill always buy something for myself too
Great experience. We were able to sample various flavors to get what we were looking for.
Nice selection. Bought a couple bottles of vinegar.
Wonderful staff. And very nice displayed
Always great to stop in here for oils, vinegars and other gourmet products. Staff is very helpful.
Love to experience different oils & vinegar, And other cooling products. Great place
Great experience, you dont know what to do when you go in but rely on staff to show you the process of tastings, and then youll get everything you need.
Great spot for easy but thoughtful gifts! I love the balsamic selections too!
This is a fantastic place for anyone who enjoys cooking. The selection is wonderful and the flavor combinations are quite unique!
Very neat shop with flavored olive oils, honey, sauces and more.
The place for gourmet food stuffs!!
Staff was incredible. Patrick was very attentive.
Love what they have to offer and plenty of guidance from the sales team.
For those that considered Olive Oil something to love and praise. Love the place and the supporting staff.
Once youve had good olive oil and balsamic vinegar you will be a repeat customer for life.
Great selection of olive oils and balsamic vinegar that you are encouraged to taste them before you purchase.
Great browsing experience in a cool location! Some of their flavors are super intense, and all the staff is very helpful.
Not only do they offer great Olive Oil they educate you on it as well.
Love the variety and service here!
Never knew there were so many different olive oil infusions and vinegar... so yummy!
Best quality oil I ever tasted!!! Ill never buy supermarket oil again. Thank you😆👍👍
I first tried their olive oils in Delray Beach, Fla. I have been on the Paleo nutrition plan for 4.5 years. I make most condiments from scratch & only use their olive oil. The Herbs de Provence is amazing!
Great selection of infused olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
The only dressing that makes raw spinach salads enjoyable!
One of a kind items, friendly staff and product sampling available.
Exciting place to visit. Will open up your vinegar and olive oil horizon.
Great customer service. Sample before you buy.
The best i love ...divino
Friendly, knowledgeable staff + good product + great variety = Many return visits. Get a punch card for frequent flyers!
Worst olive oil I have ever tasted. It tasted like vegetable oil.
Excellent selection, and the manager is HOT!
I eat way more salads now because of this place. Its fantastic to mix their various vinegars and olive oils.
Passionate staff, great learning experience.
Average shop for olive oil and balsamics. Mostly infusions, but a small variety of regular oils.
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Varieties of amazing olive oils.
If you live to cook there is no better spot to get spices and a large variety of olive oils
Cool little shop!
Helpful friendly staff
All the oil and vinegar you can sample!
Great olive oil
Love this place
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This shop is a charm has, olive oils, jams, sauces also has Vietnamese crockery
Place to ensure good olive oil and balsamic.
Excellent place. Wide variety of olive oils