'Don’t be fooled by the romantic allure of a hoedown.' The Farmer Wants A Wife dates I can't forget.

It’s hard to believe the Farmer Wants a Wife boys are even on the market after some of the spreads they've been putting on. With their almost expert-level courting abilities, it’s one of the great mysteries of our time how these bachelors made it this far without finding themselves a long-term partner. 

The lucky ladies of farmers Brenton, David, Brad, Andrew and Matt have been living it up with only the most romantic dates ever – something of a modern-day fairytale – and amidst the tears, awkward stares and stomach-turning silences, our farmers were serving up an array of romantic delights. 

Not to mention the open-mouth kisses that are, let's be honest, ick to witness and leave you genuinely concerned for the recipients' oral hygiene (IYKYK).

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But despite the sloppy smooches, I am basically waiting all week for Sunday to roll around so I can get a weekly dose of cowboy romance – and because I literally cannot get enough, what better use of my time than to relive the irresistible moments of this season's FWAW? 

Yep, I'm taking a trip down memory lane to revisit some of the best (and worst) dates aired this season and you, friend, are coming with me.

Look, Mum, I'm so popular Image: Channel 7.

1. The hoedown showdown. 

It’s noice, it’s different, it’s definitely unusual.

Don’t be fooled by the romantic allure of a hoedown like I was.

Picture this: your current lover invites you to a cute and very chic country ball… along with three of the other sheilas he’s been seeing. What a hoot!

I honestly couldn’t imagine anything sexier and more enticing than getting down on the d-floor and shimmying past the competition for a little extra bump and grind.

Even better, witnessing someone else doing the same in front of you.

Cue drama, and when a fight broke out between Kellie and Lucie when they lived this fantasy date irl, there were words, there were tears and I, for one, was not even a tiny bit surprised.

Note for future potential suitors: this date has the right amount of fun and games to keep everyone entertained. Must try sometime.

Pick me! Choose me! Image: Channel 7.

 2. Family lunch but you’re not official.

Now, I know that if you’ve been dating your guy for a few days now, you’re probably feeling the feels. You’re only human, after all.

And all you want right now is time to stare into each other's eyes and whisper sweet nothings.

Well, if you’re on FWAW think again.

The farmers organised special lunches for the girls, inviting a bunch of their immediate family along to ask those really wholesome questions like, ‘Do you think you can give up your life to be a wife?’

The ladies were loving it, obviously. How could they not? The tears were flowing and the family therapy sessions were in full swing – what a delight!

One can only dream of an afternoon so perfect.

So am I ya mum's favourite orrr...? Image: Channel 7.

3. Flying high.

When I think of romantic dates, gliding in a tin box is at the top of the list for obvious reasons.

For 41-year-old farmer Andrew, from Narromine, it does too – and for good reason. What better way is there to connect with your new flame than by making weird eye contact whilst soaring through the sky? 

Oh, did I mention they weren't in the same plane?

To be fair, I’d be kind of stoked with this adventurous activity, but come on, Andrew, bit weird for a first date, mate.

Anywho, it was a bloody winner for Claire, and honestly, that’s all that matters.

4. Sink or swim. 

Moustache man and general hottie of the show Farmer David has pulled out a few ripper dates this season, the first one being the classic hike-and-swim. 

I mean, who wouldn’t want to race up a mountain on a hot day, juggling the sweaty no-make-up make-up look you’d spent far too long perfecting, whilst trying to showcase an impromptu fitness freak personality you never knew existed?

Followed by a dip in the river, for which you have to ever-so-gracefully strip down and navigate the rocky topography, all whilst looking your absolute best – dreamy.

It was one of the more successful dates of the season, I admit, and Lorelei was absolutely thriving. Plus, there was a cute picnic to top it all off, where the pair embraced on the river bank and swapped some saliva.

Okay, Emily looks less than keen (just sayin'). Image: Channel 7.

5. It's art, darling.

If you’re into painting in the bush, look no further. 

And yeah, it's exactly what it sounds like – a couple of canvases in the middle of nowhere and the perfect opportunity for a nude portrait that absolutely no-one jumped on. Farmer David, you missed a spicy opportunity. 

He and school teacher Emily shared some small talk as they each attempted to paint the other, and when all I wanted was for them to get to the reveal already, I had to endure some awkward pauses and weird flirting. 

The vibes were immaculate. The paintings were... not. But heck, it's all a bit of fun!

The face of a man in love? Image Channel 7. 

6. The big surprise.

If you couldn't get enough of Farmer Andrew, we're the same kind of person.

With his rosy glow, big smile and puppy-dog eyes, who could resist this man, just asking a woman (Claire) to be loved?

It was a bittersweet moment for us all when farmer Andrew sent his remaining side-pieces home before calling his now-sweetie Claire to join him out the back and, ooft, Casanova was in the room!

“You wanted me to let you know if my feelings changed in any way,” he said.

*Cue dramatic pause.*

“And I guess my feelings have changed, and I feel like it's time I share them with you. Claire, I’m falling in love with you.”

Claire, if you'll cast your mind back, actually wanted to bail early on because she felt guilty for dating a man... who she signed up to date... on national TV. (Wot?) 

And she did what everyone hopes for when they lay their heart bare to another. 

Claire laughed. 

“I’m not laughing at you,” she quickly backtracked reassured Farmer Andrew. 

“I’m just – I’m very happy, obviously!”

Image: Channel 7