Meet the Maker

Meet the makers behind Ella's Popcorn, a Raleigh-based gourmet popcorn line. What started as a birthday party treat since exploded into imaginative snacks.

South Carolina business owners discuss their love for Holmes Sweet Home, from the decadent Sweet Cream Caramel to energetic baker and confectionist Sam Holmes.

Meet John Loftis, the man behind the Boardsmith, woodworker, mentor, and creator of the the world's highest quality cutting boards and butcher block.

Made to minimize trips away from the grill, the Grill Kilt's 360-degree apron is outfitted with pockets customized for every accessory the modern griller needs

Meet the founders of Spiritless, a distilled non-alcoholic spirits brand.

Meet the makers of Holy Smoke Smoked Olive Oil.

Meet Pete Amadhanirundr and Ally Smith of PET PET.

Rifko Meier knew nothing about oysters when a friend asked for help shucking and serving them at a party in 2012. But that didn't stop him.

Dot and HJ Hubbard launched Hubs Peanuts from their home in 1954.

Learn the backstory of AR's Hot Southern Honey.

Revisit the Local Palate's May 2016 feature on Matt Jamie, founder of Kentucky’s Bourbon Barrel Foods.