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Grendeddy Dave’s BBQ Sauce The Merritt brothers of Wake Forest are taking their Grendeddy Dave’s BBQ sauce across the South, “one state at a time.” Scott, Aaron and Jeff Merritt describe the flavor as a cross between eastern North Carolina’s barbecue’s vinegar-based sauce and western North Carolina’s tomato-based sauce. Made from a secret family recipe, the sauce is named after their father, Dave Merritt. Winner of the 2005 North Carolina Pork Council “Taste of Elegance” competition, the sauce is finding its way into Virginia, South Carolina and Georgia. Grendeddy Dave’s sauce is made with all natural ingredients and no added preservatives or fat. It’s available from Dave’s Smokeshack Foods for $25 per gallon, $6 for a 20-ounce bottle or in custom baskets, and can be shipped by the bottle or the case. (866) 545-DAVE (3283) |
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Pepper Dog Salsa Pepper Dog is a mixed breed of tomatoes, cilantro, garlic and spices blended to a smooth consistency. It is made without vinegar or onions found in traditional salsas, and contains no preservatives or additives. The difference is in the heat, according to the Apex-based company. Pepper Dog salsas come in mild, medium and hot and are sold at many North Carolina stores, including Blowing Rock Market in Blowing Rock, Dean and Deluca in Charlotte, Good Life Gourmet in Nags Head, Temptations in Wilmington and Whole Foods (various locations). There’s also a dry rub available that’s made of ground spices, smoky chili powder and herbs. Suggested retail price for the salsa is $3.95 for the 9-ounce container and $6.95 for 16-ounce, and $4.95 for the rub. Gift crates with three 9-ounce jars (1 mild, 1 medium, and 1 hot) sell for $15. (919) 367-8485 |
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Treats for your lil’ cookie Carolina Cookies has packages to remind campers that you miss them, to tell moms, dads and sweethearts that you love them and to show clients and customers that you appreciate them. The Greensboro-based company ships its cookies, including sugar-free treats, the same day they are baked. The Golf Bag Cooler comes with a cooler, two dozen gourmet cookies, golf balls, tees and honey- roasted peanuts for $49.95. A popular gift selection is the “Cookie of the Month Program,” with shipping for three-, six- or 12-month periods and several packaging options available. The Graduation Cap Box comes in a cap filled with 18 soft and chewy cookies for $15.95. (800) 447-5797 |
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Butterfields candy The Butterfields candy people say the candy they sell today is basically the same candy that J.W. first made in 1924. The company, based in Nashville, N.C., sells an assortment of hard candies, including peach, lemon, cherry, grape and grapefruit flavors. Items that come in Christmas tins include Jingle Bursts (peppermint flavor), Naughty or Nice Buds (cranberry and orange) and Wish Buds (holiday assortment). They all sell for $12.99, 16 ounces. Peach Buds sell for $1.90 each and come in a retro design tin. Other sizes and items are available. (800) 945-5957 |