Born from the kitchen experiments of foodies, home brewers and bacon lovers, TBJ Gourmet makes ready-to-spread bacon jam and other savory pantry products. Its core recipe brings together bacon, brown sugar and onions, while chef and restaurateur Mike helped develop the flavors for both home cooks and commercial kitchens. Bruce and Mike’s food-focused partnership earned the company a place in the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program.
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Better N Bacon LLCBorn from a Western Kentucky family’s tradition of keeping bacon grease by the stove, Better N Bacon LLC makes Bacon Up® ready-to-use bacon grease. Founded and managed by five siblings, the company sources grease from bacon production, triple-filters it, and has produced and filled every tub and bucket in Ohio since the brand began. Its single-ingredient product turns a familiar kitchen byproduct into a convenient cooking staple.
Uncle Jammy's Sauces & SeasoningsBorn from a late-night kitchen experiment in 2005, Uncle Jammy’s makes Pittsburgh-made BBQ sauces, hot sauces and rubs in small batches. Founded by Jamal Etienne-Harrigan, the brand pairs chef-developed recipes with a playful Steel City identity, from its signature avocado-jalapeño Area 51 sauce to an IPA collaboration created in just eight days. Its standard lineup uses real ingredients without high-fructose corn syrup, MSG or artificial fillers, and the flavors have earned multiple Scovie Awards.PITTSBURGH, PA
Carriage House CreationsKnown for its small-batch, homemade character, Carriage House Creations produces award-winning jams and jellies in its own commercial kitchen. The company also operates a retail outlet for its specialty foods and prepares gift baskets for customers seeking a distinctive food gift.REYNOLDSVILLE, PA
Spanish Town KitchenFounded in 2013 by Pat Marrett, Spanish Town Kitchen makes small-batch Caribbean-inspired pantry foods, including jerk sauces, spice blends, and fruit preserves. Rooted in Spanish Town, Jamaica—Pat’s birthplace—the company honors Caribbean foodways while drawing inspiration from around the globe, with products designed for everyday cooking and made using ingredients sourced in part from partners who support small farmers. Its preserves and sauces are also crafted for pairings, from cheese boards to café and specialty-food shelves.