KATCHKIE FARM
Tomato Jam from Kinderhook, New York. It's the perfect mix of savory and sweet and works on everything from cheese toast to burgers. Made in small batches using organic ingredients, it has a nice subtle kick of heat. A portion of their profits go to the children's charity, The Sylvia Center. ($8)
www.katchkiefarm.com
BROOKLYN BRINE
Lavender Asparagus from Brooklyn Brine is what Chris Ronis at Northern Spy Food Co is loving right now. He calls Brooklyn Brine part of “the new guard of pickle-makers” from Greenpoint, NY. The company makes their pickles according to the season doing unusual brines with heirloom organic vegetables. ($10)
www.brooklynbrine.com
BACONMARMALADE
The pig wins again. Born out of a happy accident by New York chef Ross Hutchison, his concocted mistake is a delicious creation he describes as "salty, sweet, tangy, and meaty spreadable bacon." ($9)
www.baconmarmalade.com
HARNEY & SONS TEAS
Don't be fooled by the vintage British-style packaging, this family-run tea company was launched in 1983 out of Millerton, NY and still has a tasting room there, right on Main Street.
www.harney.com
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