The Buttered Tin Partners
Good ingredients make all the difference
What makes our scratch made Eats & Sweets so delicious? It all starts with fresh, natural ingredients sourced from farmers and vendors who care deeply about quality products and ethical practices. Many of our partnerships go back several years, and we use local ingredients whenever possible.
B&W Coffee [Coffee]
Minneapolis, MN
www.BWJava.com
As a small batch coffee roaster (also known as micro roasting), we capture the beans best characteristics and subtle nuances, that are distinct to each coffee. Every coffee is carefully cupped to meet our high standards. In order to ensure the future of quality coffee, B+W is committed to the integrity of Fair Trade relations with coffee growing communities, and to supporting sustainable farming practices.
Fischer Family Farms [bacon + ham + ground pork]
Waseca, MN
www.fischerfamilyfarmspork.com
Fischer Family Farms’ natural pork products are hormone and growth-stimulant-free. They raise heritage breeds, including Yorkshire, Hampshire, Berkshire, and Duroc, to ensure more marble and fat in their products. Their animals are well-fed and kept in dry, open-air pens to yield lean, healthy meat.
La Perla Tortilla [Corn & Flour Tortillas]
José and Noemi opened La Perla in 1999. José Payan Sr., a native of the Mexican state of Morelos, came from a family with a passion for fresh tortillas. José’s mother had always dreamed of owning her own tortilla factory.
Sparboe Farms[eggs]
Wayzata, MN
www.sparboe.com
Sparbore Farms values passion, respect, family, courage, integrity, and stewardship. Hatched in 1954, Sparboe started as a chick distributor in Minnesota. Since then, their family-owned (and woman-owned) company has grown from chicks to eggs and egg products (like liquid eggs).
At Sparboe Companies, the shell eggs and egg products they produce are nothing without their quality assurance team. This group of 45 experts ensures the food they share with families meets their high standards. In addition to a host of government regulations, they set their own bar regarding food safety.
Midwest Salad Company [greens]
Waseca, MN
www.midwestsalad.com
Established in 1998, Midwest Salad Company supplies flavorful, nutritious vegetables to its clients in the U.S. and worldwide.
Urbanize Farm [Micro Greens, Herbs]
Edina, MN
www.urbanizefarm.com
Since 2015 Urbanize, LLC has been delivering Locally Grown Fresh Basil and Fresh Herbs to grocery stores and restaurants in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. Our harvest comes from using the most sustainable products and methodologies in Hydroponic Farming today..
Hamel Pure Maple Syrup [Syrup]
Hamel, MN
www.hamelsyrup.com
In 1981, the Hamel Maple Syrup Co acquired its first major sales account, the Lunds Grocery Stores. Now, after over 30 years, this completely family owned and operated business continues to serve groceries, restaurants and specialty shops throughout the five state Upper Midwest Area. To meet the needs of its customers Hamel Syrup purchases supplies from local sugar makers in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan.
Caddy Creak Farms [Provolone + Sharp Cheddar]
Green Bay, WI
www.cadycheese.com
Cady Creek Farms can be found in the deli area of many grocery and specialty stores both behind the counter as well as in easy grab and go slices and cuts. Cady Creek Farms brand is available in many different shapes and sizes including horns, blocks, slices, pre-cut, and trays.
Stickney Hill Dairy [Goat Cheese]
Rockville, MN
www.stickneydairy.com
Stickney Hill Dairy is a world leader in the development, marketing and sales of goat’s milk products for commercial, food service and retail market segments. Easily, the most diverse goat milk products company in the US, Stickney Hill through its partnership with Midwest goat milk producers has evolved from a farmstead goat milk company to a world class international merchandiser and manufacturer of goat milk products. – See more at: https://stickneydairy.com/capabilities/#sthash.yTh5rQPC.dpuf
Bare Honey [Honey]
Minneapolis, MN
www.barehoney.com
Not only are they whipping up the most delicious local honey Minnesota has ever tasted, but they also utilize Bare Honey as a platform to raise awareness and funds for the growing needs of our pollinators, all while bringing together other local bee farmers who share the same important mission.
Deane’s Kombucha [Kombucha]
St. Paul, MN
www.deaneskombucha.com
1000 Lakes MN [Wild Rice]
Minnesota
Thousand Lakes wild rice is harvested in Minnesota and is 100% natural. The only ingredient is wild rice! No preservatives, salt, or other rices added. Three-eighths of an inch (3/8″) long grain. Expands almost 3 times when cooked. Use 1 cup (about 0.4 pounds) of uncooked Minnesota wild rice to make 4 generous portions. Used for soups, stews, and casseroles, as well as side dishes, stuffing entrees, and salads. Bagged selections are in resealable poly bags. Sold by North Bay Trading Co.