Meet The Maker
Catch up with Melanie on glorious Salt Spring Island.
Jam. When loved, is curious.
An act of joyous inquiry that wants to know what happens next, what flavour follows, what direction the palette will take. When we say “pairs well with apples or brie” it’s because we tasted it, and we know, and it made us happy, and we want you to be happy too.
Saltspring Kitchen products are in pantries and picnic baskets, in backpacks and spontaneous brunches you didn’t know were happening until flowers sent you laughing in search of a vase. We bring the beach-sand and salt-skin of West Coast easy entertaining to the gourmet cabin fire-side snugglers, the after long-walk readers and all-Sunday-in-the-kitchen with friends.
Light candles. Open wine. We brought the jam.
Shop Savoury
Our most versatile collection, these spreads pair incredibly well with your favourite cheeses, burgers, sandwiches and roasted or grilled meats.
Shop Spicy
The sweet & spicy combination is an irresistible combo. Perfect to pair with soft cheeses, meats or in a spicy cocktail.
Winter Collection
Available only for a limited time this Cranberry collection will make your holidays sparkle.
• Cranberry & Pepper Spicy Pepper Spread
• Cranberry, Sour Cherry & Port Preserve
• Winter Wonderjam
Testimonials
"Our Favourite is the Onion Thyme Jam. Try it on hardboiled eggs. You will not be disappointed!"
"We couldn't decide which yummy flavours to choose. So now we have 6 open jars in the fridge to select from. DELICIOUSNESS!"
"Can we talk about the Tandoori Chutney? This has got to be the most flavourful jar of happiness!"
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Try Our Recipes
Morita Braised Beef Brisket
Cozy, slow-cooker meals, that are easy to put together in the morning and enjoy for dinner are a staple in my house as the winter weather sets in. Typically, this brisket is perfectly timed for a hearty Sunday lunch. Put the brisket in the slow-cooker Saturday evening, shred and toss with sauce Sunday morning and tuck in around noon. The Chipotle + Espresso + Morita Hot Sauce adds so much character to the meat, reminiscent of a truly smoked brisket! The peach and pepper spread adds a sweet heat to the sauce, which in our house is much preferred to barbecue sauce. Leftovers keep well and turn into a lovely open faced sandwich, or taco’s any night of the week.
Cranberry Galette
As much as apple pie will probably always be the fan favourite, cranberry sauce is the showstopper on the holiday table. This galette is all the best parts of apple pie and all the best parts of cranberry sauce rolled into one. Tart and tangy from the overabundance cranberries mixed with orange zest, the Cranberry, Sour Cherry & Port Preserve pulls it all together making every bite as good as the last.
Don’t be worried about how high the cranberries are piled on the pastry, they cook down into a jammy consistency held together by the preserve, just be sure to let it cool before cutting, so the cranberries have a chance to set.
Apple and Rhubarb Stuffed Pork Loin
Elegant enough for a celebratory meal and simple enough or a weekend dinner, this pork roast is a family favourite. The stuffing keeps for a few days in the fridge, making it even easier to assemble and have an amazing roast on the table. Making it can also be family activity, to having little hands help tie up the twine and spread the stuffing evenly over the loin. The more helping hands, the tastier the outcome and joy around the table.
Morita Braised Beef Brisket
Cozy, slow-cooker meals, that are easy to put together in the morning and enjoy for dinner are a staple in my house as the winter weather sets in. Typically, this brisket is perfectly timed for a hearty Sunday lunch. Put the brisket in the slow-cooker Saturday evening, shred and toss with sauce Sunday morning and tuck in around noon. The Chipotle + Espresso + Morita Hot Sauce adds so much character to the meat, reminiscent of a truly smoked brisket! The peach and pepper spread adds a sweet heat to the sauce, which in our house is much preferred to barbecue sauce. Leftovers keep well and turn into a lovely open faced sandwich, or taco’s any night of the week.
Cranberry Galette
As much as apple pie will probably always be the fan favourite, cranberry sauce is the showstopper on the holiday table. This galette is all the best parts of apple pie and all the best parts of cranberry sauce rolled into one. Tart and tangy from the overabundance cranberries mixed with orange zest, the Cranberry, Sour Cherry & Port Preserve pulls it all together making every bite as good as the last.
Don’t be worried about how high the cranberries are piled on the pastry, they cook down into a jammy consistency held together by the preserve, just be sure to let it cool before cutting, so the cranberries have a chance to set.
Apple and Rhubarb Stuffed Pork Loin
Elegant enough for a celebratory meal and simple enough or a weekend dinner, this pork roast is a family favourite. The stuffing keeps for a few days in the fridge, making it even easier to assemble and have an amazing roast on the table. Making it can also be family activity, to having little hands help tie up the twine and spread the stuffing evenly over the loin. The more helping hands, the tastier the outcome and joy around the table.
Salt Spring Kitchen Co.
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