NC Specialty Foods Association

05/16/2026

03/06/2026

Even though I retired from the NC Department of Agriculture nearly four years ago as a marketing specialist, I’m grateful to still assist an amazing group of specialty food entrepreneurs. They play a vital role in driving economic growth, fostering innovation, and preserving cultural traditions.

02/06/2026

Cupid called… he said skip the flowers and bring the snacks 😉💘

Chocolates, cookies, coffee, w**e, jams, and more — all locally made by NC specialty food makers!

Build the sweetest (or savviest) Valentine’s gift ever:
https://ncspecialtyfoods.org/

The premier catalog of NC Specialty Foods Association members, published by the NC Department of Agriculture. Get your copy today and discover unique food products made in North Carolina.

02/06/2026

Sunburst Trout Farms is featured as one of the unique foods of Southern Appalachia in this Edible Asheville article.

The first in a four-part series titled "Eating Appalachia," we explore the use of Southern Appalachian's brook trout on Asheville menus.

02/03/2026

Bob's Brittle has added "Ballpark Brittle", an irresistible addition of popcorn to the standard peanut brittle!

12/28/2025

Congrats to Lindsay Hancock, founder of My Better Batch for being featured on ABC11 WTVD NC Made.

NC Specialty Foods Association

"I wanted something that tasted homemade. I wanted something that had really clean ingredients."

12/22/2025

Elaka Treats pods are now live at The ArtsCenter and The District GSO. Scan the QR code on their cups to download free coloring pages and get access to nutritional information, reviews, videos, and more stories about Elaka Treats!

12/19/2025

Kitcheneez Mixes & More is excited to announce their first retail store! Visit them at The Kitcheneez Store located at 126 Lewis Street in Gibsonville, NC. They have their Quick Meal Mixes and Meal Kits along with some local favorites to complete your shopping experience.
www.kitcheneez.com

11/10/2025

Nons Salts - Original Pinching Salts has a fresh new look!

After 9 years of handcrafting salts rooted in family tradition, this rebrand marks a special new chapter.

Born from love and loss, it’s a tribute to two of their greatest inspirations who passed this year — Kristina’s father Charles and her brother Mikey. Both were true creatives whose spirit continues to guide them. ❤️

You’ll start to see their new branding roll out online and in local shops soon. And yes… keep an eye out for their lil garlic guy 🧄 (They'll be sharing name ideas soon. 👀).

Here’s to honoring the past while seasoning the future. 🌊✨

09/14/2025

Congratulations to Big Spoon Roasters for being selected as the Grand Champion in the 2025 NC Specialty Foods
‘Best in Taste’ Awards Competition for their Carrot Cake Almond & Walnut Butter.

Check out all the winners from this year's competition https://ncspecialtyfoods.org/award-winners/.

Meet the winners of the 2025 NC Specialty Foods 'Best in Taste' Awards Competition   GRAND CHAMPION Big Spoon Roasters Carrot Cake Almond & Walnut Butter   BAKED GOODS 1st Place – Sweater Box Confections - Confetti Bites   2nd Place – Mackey's Ferry Peanuts & Gifts Molasses Cookies BBQ…