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Yahoo
5 days ago
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With Beef Tallow in the Spotlight, Coast Packing's TasteMap™ Shows Diners Where to "Taste the Difference" Nationwide
From Los Angeles to Dallas to St. Louis and New York, Coast's Interactive Map Guides Food Lovers to the Ultimate in Flavor VERNON, Calif., June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As beef tallow continues to gain popularity among chefs, food influencers, and health-conscious consumers alike, Coast Packing Company—the leading supplier of animal fat shortenings in the Western U.S.—invites diners to explore its growing TasteMap™, a national treasure trove of flavor. The TasteMap™ ( is an interactive destination guide to restaurants, markets, butchers, and eateries across the country that proudly cook with traditional animal fats like beef tallow and lard. Whether you're craving perfectly crispy French fries, golden-fried chicken, or a pie crust that flake dreams are made of, the TasteMap shows you where to go. Notably, the number of establishments on the map using beef tallow has increased significantly, from 360 locations in 2020 to 868 locations today, marking a 141% rise. This trend reflects a clear shift towards traditional, flavor-driven cooking methods. "Consumers are realizing that not all fats are created equal," said Greg Hozinsky, Corporate Chef of Coast Packing Company. "Unlike industrial seed oils, which are heavily processed and often chemically extracted, beef tallow is natural, stable at high heat, and loaded with flavor. It delivers unmatched crispness and texture in fried foods. Coast Packing's TasteMap helps consumers find fries, pies, restaurants, butchers, and markets nationwide that cook with or sell traditional animal fats like beef tallow and lard." Here are just a few standout TasteMap™ restaurants offering crave-worthy beef tallow and lard-based dishes: Heavy Handed – Los Angeles, CAHeavy Handed is all about crafting the perfect burger. They use high-quality ground short rib beef for its ideal flavor and marbling. Their dedication also extends to their fries, which are fried in beef tallow to achieve a golden, crispy texture, and best enjoyed by the handful alongside their signature Heavy Sauce. Manhattan Project Beer Co. – Dallas, TXThis innovative brewery and taproom offers more than just craft beers. Their Thai Fried Chicken is a standout, featuring chicken dredged in a gluten-free flour mix and fried in beef tallow, resulting in a crispy skin infused with flavors of coriander, cilantro, and garlic. Little Pie Company – New York, NY Located in the heart of Manhattan, Little Pie Company has been serving handcrafted pies since 1985. Their signature Sour Cream Apple Walnut Pie stands out, with a tender lard crust that benefits from traditional baking fats, delivering a nostalgic taste of home. Diners can filter TasteMap by location, dish type, or even holiday—whether tamales at Christmas or pies on Pi Day. Each pin includes links, menu highlights, and contact information, making it easier than ever to plan your next food adventure. And if your favorite local spot isn't listed? Coast encourages everyone to submit a recommendation directly through the site. A full list and interactive map is available at ABOUT COAST PACKING COMPANY Coast Packing Company, founded in 1922, is the leading supplier of animal fat shortenings in the Western United States and a trusted name in the food industry. Known for its commitment to quality and innovation, Coast Packing Company offers products that enhance flavor, texture, and authenticity in commercial and home cooking. With a focus on sustainability and promoting healthier food options, Coast Packing Company remains dedicated to blending traditional values with a modern approach. For more information, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Coast Packing Company
Yahoo
22-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Black-owned pie shop celebrates 40 years in business
(NewsNation) — New York City's beloved 'Little Pie Company' run by Arnold Wilkerson has been satisfying the sweet tooth of many in the Big Apple for four decades. Wilkerson started his company during the 1980s after former President Ronald Reagan said at the time that it was 'the year of the entrepreneur.' Taking it to heart, Wilkerson began making pies and hasn't stopped since. Ahead of next month's Academy Awards, the 'Little Pie Company' has made Oscar sandwich cookies, as well as Oscar red velvet whoopies. Arkansas Gov. signs free school breakfast bill into law Many of the pies use recipes from Wilkerson's mother and grandmother. Staples include apple pie, pecan pie, mud Mississippi pie and the signature sour cream apple and walnut pie. It has an all-butter crust with thin slices of granny smith apples, brown sugar, walnuts and cinnamon. 'We've enjoyed very much the support that we get from the Black community, and that we get from the community in general,' Wilkerson told 'NewsNation Live' on Saturday. 'I live in a theater neighborhood over on 43rd Street, and so it's a very mixed neighborhood, and we have many customers from every race.' Average price for dozen eggs cracks $8 The prices of eggs are affecting 'Little Pie Company,' but Wilkerson is not willing to increase his prices and let it hurt the pockets of his customers. 'We can't do that right now because everyone's suffering, so we have to just take that loss as much as we can,' he said. 'If you begin with excellence, stick with excellence, and that's the thing to do,' Wilkerson advised hopeful entrepreneurs. 'Don't make any compromises on your product. Earn your reputation, keep your reputation.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
