From the beginning of civilization man has sought ways to make his food taste better. The discovery of salt created the first communities and the spice trade facilitated the exchange of culture and ideas around the world. From mustards and dressings to chutneys and salsas, condiments reflect humanity in all its wonderful diversity. We are condiments and condiments are us, enjoy!
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Jan 17

49. Durkee Famous Sauce

Allegedly went west in covered wagons and was loved by Honest Abe. Like many other condiment makers, Eugene R. Durkee started as a druggist and wound up in Brooklyn. Durkee got ahead of the competition by registering his trademarks, not common at the time. Durkee’s hexagon shaped chili sauce bottle is the holy grail for bottle collectors.

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