Our Producers

Crafted Close to Home. Made with Purpose.

Meet the makers who turn farm-fresh into unforgettable.

Great food doesn’t end at the field—it’s transformed in the kitchens, workshops, and processing spaces of our region’s food makers. Our producers craft everything from artisan cheeses and pasture-raised meats to hand-poured sauces, baked goods, pickles, and more—often using ingredients grown by our network of local farmers. Every item you see here represents not just flavor, but a livelihood, a passion, and a deeper connection to place. Whether you’re a buyer looking for shelf-ready products or a community member seeking real local flavor, these producers deliver quality with purpose.

 
  • Based in Toledo, OH, Boochy Mama's Kombucha crafts small-batch, organic kombucha infused with herbs and botanicals. Committed to sustainability and community wellness, they source local ingredients and offer a variety of flavors that promote gut health.

  • Located in Ashland Ohio, Brenneman's is a family-owned farm specializing in honey. They are known for their commitment to sustainable farming practices and also providing high-quality, locally-grown products to their community.

  • Cleveland Bagel Co. is a a bagel company in Clevland. Yes, it’s that simple. Cleveland Bagel’s mission is to make something really great to eat. For them, that means making a really great, Cleveland-style bagel.

  • Cleveland Ketchup offers a line of all-natural, gluten-free ketchups made without high-fructose corn syrup. Based in Cleveland, OH, they focus on creating bold flavors that complement a variety of dishes, using locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible.

  • Cleveland Kitchen produces a range of fermented foods, including sauerkrauts and kimchis, emphasizing gut health and flavor. Their products are crafted with locally-sourced vegetables and are known for their probiotic benefits.

  • Cleveland Tofu sells high quality wholesale and bulk tofu to local markets and grocery stores. They are locally owned and operated since 1976 and still producing the finest hand-made tofu. The tofu is made without preservatives, naturally low in fat, and cholesterol-free. All soybeans used are non-GMO and their products are certified Kosher.

  • Equal Exchange’s mission is to build long-term trade partnerships that are economically just and environmentally sound, to foster mutually beneficial relationships between farmers and consumers and to demonstrate, through their success, the contribution of worker co-operatives and Fair Trade to a more equitable, democratic and sustainable world.

  • Garden of Flavor juices are cold-pressed, organic, never heated or flash pasteurized and made from fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts and berries - just as nature intended.

  • Gray House Pies, located in Westlake, OH, specializes in handcrafted pies made from scratch using locally-sourced ingredients. Their offerings include a variety of sweet and savory options, all baked in small batches to ensure quality and freshness.

  • Guardian Cold Brew, located in Cleveland, OH, specializes in producing high-quality, ready-to-drink cold brew coffee. Dedicated to quality, responsibly sourced, traceable coffee they produce a sweet, chocolaty, full-bodied, slightly fruited and balanced cold brewed coffee beverage.

  • When Nicole went to buy elderberry syrup, she was frustrated by the amount of sugar and preservatives in the conventional products on the market, so she made her own! Today, Health Junkie offers a variety of delicious elderberry syrups, hand-crafted and flavored with local maple syrup.

  • Harville produces potato chips the way they used to be made, small batch and kettle cooked with simple ingredients. Out of their facility in Akron, Ohio, they produce hot, fresh potato chips that can be found all across Ohio.

  • Local Roots Market in Wooster, OH, is a cooperative that connects local farmers and artisans with consumers. They offer a wide range of locally-produced goods, including fresh produce, meats, dairy, and handmade crafts, fostering community engagement and sustainability.

  • Lopaus Point uses thoughtfully selected ingredients and whole, organic fruit to lightly sweeten their waffle batters. You won't find any sugar or fruit juice concentrates in their pantry! Lopaus Point grains are a complex blend of organic quinoa, almond flour, organic golden flax and brown rice flour to make their waffles more satisfying and nutritious.

  • Middlefield Cheese, an Amish-owned cooperative located in Middlefield, Ohio, practices natural and sustainable farming and cheese making. They use 100% grass-fed milk cows producing a unique flavor of artisanal cheese including Marble, Colby, Hot Pepper, Moterey Jack, Sharp Cheddar, Swiss, Smoked Cheddar, and more. The farm refrain from the use of growth hormones or steroids.

  • Minerva Dairy is America’s oldest family-owned creamery, at 130 years old. Their butter contains 85% butterfat, making it creamier, richer, and more flavorful. They slow-churn cream from American pasture-raised cows in small batches. They firmly believe, “There’s not much in life that can’t be made better with butter.”

  • Mr. Crisp Pickle, based in Cleveland, OH, offers a variety of handcrafted pickles made using traditional fermentation methods. Their products are known for their crisp texture and bold flavors, utilizing locally-sourced cucumbers and spices.

  • Na*Kyrise Meats is a premium butcher serving Northeast Ohio and beyond. Their goals it to source and prepare good quality meats. They ensure that the local farms that raise livestock care for the animals and cultivate the land in which the livestock is raised on. Na*Kyrise ensures that they buy the whole animal and use and consume it entirely. They sell many different wholesale and package items.

  • The NORKA Beverage Company produces great tasting sparkling beverages that are made with pure cane sugar, 100% natural flavors and are both caffeine and gluten free. Originally founded in 1924, NORKA (Akron spelled backwards) is known for classic flavors that include: Cherry-Strawberry, Orange, Ginger Ale and Root Beer. They hope you agree that they simply, TASTE BETTER!

  • In 2016, Josh Sheets and his family decided to combine his background in professional kitchens and their love of cooking together as a family with the world, and their hot sauces company was born. All of their sauces are made with love in small batches and hand labeled by the four family members. Many of their hot sauces also source local ingredients.

  • Hand-crafted in small batches since 1990, Ohio City Pasta is celebrated throughout the Midwest by top chefs and food-lovers alike. Made with the highest quality ingredients, perfected techniques, and careful attention to detail, Ohio City Pasta has earned its reputation as the preferred pasta-maker for the professional.

  • Paint Valley Farms Creamery in Beach City, OH, produces a range of dairy products from grass-fed cows. Their offerings include milk, cheese, and yogurt, all crafted with a focus on quality, sustainability, and supporting local agriculture.

  • Peaceful Fruits, located in Akron, OH, creates all-natural fruit snacks made from real fruit with no added sugars or preservatives. They are a certified B Corp, committed to social impact, employing individuals with disabilities and sourcing ingredients sustainably.

  • Pleasant Valley Poultry in Baltic, OH, offers custom poultry processing services and provides high-quality, pasture-raised chicken products. Their focus on humane practices and local sourcing ensures fresh, wholesome meats for the community.

  • Pointless Ginger Ale, based in Cleveland, OH, crafts small-batch ginger ales using natural ingredients and real ginger. Their beverages are known for their refreshing taste and commitment to avoiding artificial additives.

  • Pop Mustard sells their cheeses along with a great selection from Ohio, domestic & international cheesemakers. They are cheese & charcuterie specialists. Their shops stock plenty of accompaniments to pair with your cheese and build your own cheese boards.

  • Richards Maple Products in Chardon, OH, is a family-owned business producing pure maple syrup and related products. With a tradition spanning generations, they offer high-quality syrups, candies, and spreads made from locally-tapped maple trees.

  • Roy & Ella Shrock operate a family farm in Ashland, OH, providing fresh maple syrup. Their commitment to traditional farming methods and community engagement ensures high-quality, locally-sourced products.

  • Michelle sees Shagbark Mill's work as deeply connected to supporting those affected by "fossil fuels such as marginalized populations, people of color, and multigenerational Appalachians." Michelle and Brandon started Shagbark with the goal to offer affordable, local, nutritious and organic beans and grains. Shagbark was founded to fill the void for a local mill in Southeast Ohio. Now, Shagbark cleans, mills and bags the local grains and beans fresh for each customer.

  • Sidekicks Salsa, based in Cleveland, OH, offers a variety of fresh salsas made with locally-sourced ingredients. Their products are known for their vibrant flavors and commitment to supporting local agriculture.

  • Sixth City Craft Soda Co. in Cleveland, OH, produces small-batch, handcrafted sodas using natural ingredients. Their unique flavors and dedication to quality make them a favorite among local beverage enthusiasts.

  • smartBARK, located in Lakewood, OH, creates plant-based, bark-style snacks made with simple, wholesome ingredients. Their products are designed to be both delicious and nutritious, catering to health-conscious consumers.

  • Stone Oven Wholesale Bakery in Cleveland, OH, specializes in artisan breads and pastries made from scratch. Their commitment to traditional baking methods and quality ingredients has made them a staple in local restaurants, markets and homes.

  • Sunny Meadow Meats in Shelby, OH, provides a range of pasture-raised meats, including beef, pork, and poultry. Their sustainable farming practices and focus on animal welfare result in high-quality, flavorful products.

  • Terranean Chips, based in Cleveland, OH, produces Mediterranean-inspired pita chips made with natural ingredients. Their snacks are known for their authentic flavors and commitment to healthy, wholesome eating.

  • Based in Cleveland, OH, Wake Robin Fermented Foods uses locally-sourced vegetables to make a variety of foods from Sauerkraut to Garlicky Dill Cucumber Chips. Throughout the whole process, Wake Robin pays close attention to their environmental impact, you can even return your jars to them!

  • Whoa Dough, located in Cleveland, OH, creates plant-based, gluten-free cookie dough bars that are safe to eat raw or baked. Their products cater to health-conscious consumers seeking indulgent yet wholesome treats.

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