Chef Shane Spencer’s culinary journey began with classical training, culminating in graduating as the top student from Le Cordon Bleu in Scottsdale, Arizona, in 2002. He then embarked on a career at some of San Diego, California’s most esteemed restaurants, dedicating 16 years to refining his skills as an Executive Chef. However, his culinary path changed when he ventured into catering and offered a more Read More
OneForNeptune – Smoked Sea Salt & Juniper White Fish Jerky
As a marine scientist, Nick Mendoza sailed several trans-Pacific research expeditions. On the eve of journey’s-end, the captain makes a ritual toast to Neptune—the protector who grants safe passage across his realm. OneForNeptune maintains tradition by paying homage to our most valuable resource, the Ocean. Nick’s passion is finding ways of directly impacting Read More
Smokehouse Jerky Co. – Tropical Fusion Beef Jerky (Recipe #2)
The Smokehouse Jerky Co. brand name was launched in 2008. On January 2/2017, Franco and his wife Patti Fonseca acquired Smokehouse Jerky Co. from Trent Levinson and his wife Barbie. Franco has since added some new flavors, and they have a new web site design. All Smokehouse Jerky Co. jerky is made in small batches. Tender Heifer Snack Co. are always looking for Read More
Uncle Andy’s Jerky – Berry Sour Basil Pork Jerky
Over a year and a half ago, Uncle Andy’s Jerky shut down production to search for a better way to fulfill Andy’s vision of rapid innovation. As of May 1, 2018, Uncle Andy’s Jerky launched a Kickstarter campaign to reach Andy’s goal of making the most flavorful small batch jerky in the market. Everybody is encouraged to support Uncle Andy’s Jerky Kickstarter campaign, which ends on May 31/2018, and offers rewards. The first review on Uncle Andy’s Jerky will focus on a 1 ounce/28 gram bag of their Berry Sour Basil Read More
Chomps – Crankin’ Cranberry 100% Grass-Fed Beef Stick
The next review on Chomps will be on a 1.15 ounce/32 gram bag of their Crankin’ Cranberry flavored 100% grass-fed beef stick. This flavor is described as hot habanero peppers giving an extra spicy, savory base flavor, which is enhanced by the addition of sweet and tangy dried cranberries. The bag was kindly submitted for review by Team Chomps.
Chomps is distributed by Logic Meat Locker LLC, and they are located in Naples, Florida. This Read More
Derf Jerky – Fumée Framboise (Smoked Raspberry) Beef Jerky
The next review for Derf Jerky will be on a 2.1 ounce/60 gram bag of their Fumée Framboise (Smoked Raspberry) flavored beef jerky. This flavor is described as having a balanced mixture of chipotle with a hint of raspberry jam, and finally sprinkled with sesame seeds. The jerky was kindly submitted for review by one of the owners, Fred Le Tourneux-Gagnon. Cleverly, Derf is Fred’s name spelled backwards. Read More
Smokehouse Jerky Co. – Boysenberry Beef Brisket Jerky
The next review on Smokehouse Jerky Co. will focus on a 3 ounce/84 gram bag of their boysenberry flavored beef brisket jerky. This jerky was kindly submitted for review by one of the owners, Franco Fonseca.
This jerky is manufactured and distributed by Tender Heifer Snack Co., and they are based out of Beaumont, California. The Smokehouse Jerky Co. brand name was launched in 2008. On January 2/2017, Franco Read More
Smokehouse Jerky Co. – Tropic Fusion Beef Jerky (Recipe #1)
Note: For a more current taste review on a tweaked bag design and ingredient list, open up Smokehouse Jerky Co. – Tropic Fusion Beef Jerky (Recipe #1).
The next review on Smokehouse Jerky Co. will focus on a 3 ounce/84 gram bag of their Tropic Fusion flavored beef jerky. This flavor is advertised to use pineapple, mango, and a citrus flavor with a Read More
Hsin Tung Yang – Fruit Flavored Beef Jerky
The first review on Hsin Tung Yang will be on a 1 pound/16 ounce/454 gram bag of their fruit flavored beef jerky. Note that is the net weight, which includes the plastic bag that weighs 18 grams. This jerky was given to me as a gift while visiting North Arlington, New Jersey in late December 2014.
The Hsin Tung Yang brand name was launched Read More