Today we’d like to introduce you to Keisha Hensley.
Hi Keisha, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
My story started with a bite of chow chow about 5 years ago. I’ve eaten chow chow all my life, but nothing like this from a 97-year-old woman from NC. I felt like I had discovered the blueprint for making authentic chow chow. I could create something unique with a couple of tweaks and my personal touch, and I wanted everyone to experience a beloved, mostly forgotten Southern staple. Fast forward 5 years and thousands of jars of chow chow, we are now in multiple retail and restaurant locations.
We all face challenges, but looking back, would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It’s been a long journey that I’m still on. I had to get multiple certifications to produce my product, get my product tested and certified, and get licensed. The biggest obstacle is finding a kitchen space to work out of, which is in short supply and expensive. I understand firsthand why we are one of a handful of companies that make chow chow the proper old-school way, by hand with love.
Thanks for sharing that. You could tell us more about your business.
I make southern-style chow chow relish! We are trying to preserve this slowly dying part of southern food culture. A few companies make mass-produced versions that are okay to get you by, but the best way is to make old-school small batches by hand. Chow chow is the perfect addition to almost any dish. Ours is a sweet and tangy, well-balanced jar that is delicious! If you catch us out at a pop-up market, we allow everyone to sample our chow chow before you buy it so it sells itself. I’m most proud that we work very hard always to give you the best quality product made with love and gratitude you can taste.
Can you talk to us about happiness and what makes you happy?
Bringing people together makes me happy because we need each other. We are stronger together, and navigating life with a support system is much easier.
Pricing:
- 14.00 a jar
Contact Info:
- Website: www.mothers-homemade.com
- Instagram: @mothershomemade
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersHomemadeLLC?mibextid=LQQJ4d
