PEOPLE BEHIND THE PANTRY

A little more
than a label.

Founders, makers and the traditions that surround a food. Short source-linked stories, with the author’s role kept in view.

A maker’s account, a provided sample and a wholesaler’s film bring different perspectives. No WeirdEats tasting is recorded in these stories.

Producer’s own account

Four initials, one candy brand.

A Swedish family’s name sits behind a familiar candy shape. Here is the producer’s account of its beginnings.

BUBS and the Lindström family · Brand history

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Interview · author received a sample

The people behind the care package.

A historical founder interview describes a business built around introductions to Japanese food makers.

Aki Sugiyama and Lillian Rowlatt · Merchant / curator history

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Food wholesaler’s production

Step inside a miso maker’s world.

A creator’s factory visit offers another way to explore miso, with the publisher’s commercial role in view.

Tsurumiso · a visit by UMAMI of JAPAN · Related food tradition

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Explore food traditions · Read food introductions