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PastryBase
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Baking Mixes & Kits |
PastryBase is a woman-owned small business located in Richmond, VA, founded by Pastry Chef Jill Donaldson. We create all-natural, vegan and gluten-free Baking Mixes & Baking Kits which contain our mixes, unique pastry tools, and natural decorations such as sprinkles dyed with vegetable colorants and organic fondant; essentially, everything you need to bake a fun seasonal dessert in a box! Jill's passion for baking began with her grandmother Lilly, and after years in the food industry, she aimed to make baking accessible for everyone, regardless of skill level or dietary restrictions. |
Quality |
Affordable |
pastrybase.com |
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Spicewalla
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Spices and Herbs |
Spicewalla is a chef-owned business founded by Meherwan Irani, a James Beard Award-winning chef. The brand is dedicated to providing fresh, high-quality spices sourced directly from quality suppliers. The founder's background in India inspired the brand's focus on the importance of spices in cooking, emphasizing freshness and flavor. Spicewalla aims to elevate culinary experiences for both professional and home chefs with a diverse range of spices and blends. |
Quality |
MidRange |
spicewallabrand.com |
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Hoff & Pepper
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Hot Sauce |
Hoff & Pepper was founded by Aaron 'Hoff' Hoffman and his wife Michelle in 2013, starting as a small operation making hot sauce as gifts. Their passion for food and commitment to quality led them to create a brand that focuses on fresh, balanced flavors that enhance dishes rather than overpower them. The company has grown from farmers markets to thousands of retail locations across the country, maintaining a dedication to small-batch, craft sauces made from locally sourced peppers. |
Quality |
Affordable |
hoffandpepper.com |
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Camp Craft Cocktails
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Cocktail Kits |
Camp Craft Cocktails began with a vision to create community through cocktails, inspired by the founders' experiences as camp staff. After starting with handcrafted popsicles, they pivoted to cocktail kits that can be infused at home, aiming to foster connections and shared experiences. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
campcraftcocktails.com |
