Celebrate local foods at a special Meet the Makers tasting event in Waterbury! As part of our summer celebration, Locally Grown with Love, a few local makers will be sampling their products that are made right here in Vermont.

Swing by our Waterbury location on Route 100 in Waterbury Center on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. Tastings will be happening outside the store, and the event is free and open to the public! Bring a friend, meet the makers, and embrace the summer season in Vermont.

Jasper Hill Farm, Greensboro, VT

It’s a family business for the Kehler brothers, Andy and Matteo! What started as a vision for a small dairy farm that would help revitalize the working landscapes in the Northeast Kingdom has grown to include a creamery and a 22,000-square-foot underground cheese-aging facility. Since 2003, they have perfected a variety of artisan cheeses such as Bayley Hazen Blue, gooey and woodsy Harbison, and alpine Whitney.

Stowe Cider, Stowe, VT

Stowe Cider handcrafts their brews all in-house using apples sourced within a 150 mile radius of their cider house. They specialize in dry ciders. High & Dry, their flagship brand, has zero grams of sugar and uses no preservatives. But they are also known for creative seasonal sips such as Peach Habanero and Cider Donut. Community drives much of what Stowe Cider does! In addition to providing a space for people to gather and enjoy music, art, food, and sports, they support and collaborate with several Vermont organizations including VMBA, Vermont Green FC, Vermont Parks Forever!

The Maple Brothers, Stowe, VT

The Maple Brothers was created by two best friends from Switzerland who journeyed to the forests of Vermont and discovered the magic of maple syrup. They sought a way to combine their passion for the outdoors, their desire to raise the bar in kids’ nutrition, and their mission to get kids back outside. Thus, The Maple Brothers was born! Their organic, vegan, and gluten-free oat bars and granola are made with whole grains, real fruit, and Vermont maple syrup. You don’t have to be a kid to enjoy these high-quality, wholesome, and delicious snacks or appreciate their mission. The Maple Brothers have partnered with the National Park Trust to ensure that every unit sold helps fund outdoor adventures for over 20,000 underserved children across the country!

Sonia’s Salsa, Jericho, VT

After encouragement by friends to turn Sonia’s salsa verde recipe into a business, Sonia and Carlos Rivadeneira decided to make that dream a reality and began selling Sonia’s Salsa at the Jericho Farmers Market. Now, about 20 years later, they continue to provide Vermont with some Latin American flavor! They produce their tomatillo-based salsa weekly in very small batches using fresh, natural ingredients and no artificial preservatives.

Ecobean, South Burlington, VT

What began in 2012 as a small organic café serving salads, smoothies, bowls, and wholesome meals has grown into a Vermont company creating clean, functional beverages and foods that people can enjoy every day. Trisha Dion & Justin Cruz are committed to helping people make healthier choices without sacrificing convenience or flavor. In addition to their South Burlington cafe, Ecobean produces organic yerba mate, kombucha, salad dressings, and more!

Mamadoro, South Burlington, VT

Mamadoro strives to bring the “New York Sunday sauce” experience to your Vermont table! Their mission is to create a sauce that honors tradition, values quality over shortcuts, and helps families enjoy memorable meals together. Mamadoro uses 100% imported San Marzano tomatoes, the same tomato that founder Justin Cruz’s Italian aunts used in their classic pomodoro sauces.