The Spice Lab / Spices.com

Our Anniversary 15 Years ago today, Jennifer and I stayed up after Thanksgiving dinner, to shoot these images so I could post on our newly set up amazon account to sell our salt collections. She took the cloth runner from the buffet, checking for spots, I scraped the dining room table clean and light the salt collection with my Proforo strobes. By midnight we had a few good images. I worked the next few hours and posted “Salt collection No. 1” to amazon. This is what that started it all, and turned a holiday gift for our friends into a 35m business . Fun Facts: We hand made these in our garage on tools I “liberated” from my fathers house in Boca. The intention was to make 30 of the sets and give them to friends and family, I only posted them on amazon because a few friends wanted to buy them and gift them to their friends. What a mistake… we sold over 200 kits in 2 weeks, we did not have the blocks, tubes, corks or salts to make them… We had enough to make 50 kits in total. Oh the fun… we scrambled and all orders where filled by December 21st. None of my friends or family got any gifts… I had to stiff them as I did not account for anyone actually buying them online… and the insanity started. Notice the name on the paper sticker spray glued to the blocks “The Salt Lab”. Jennifer came up with the name “The Spice Lab” only one small issue, the domain was taken, it was not used, but taken and parked. We called the company “The Spice Lab”, and bought “TheSaltLab.com” to setup a shopping cart. The name TheSpiceLab.com was going to expire in February 2010. I put a $15.00 bid in, figuring if they really wanted it they would renew it, no one else would want an obscure name like The Spice Lab and $15.00 would do it.. Yes we got it… Gift Collection No. 2 was released in February 2010. We also started to sell refill Jars by mid-year 2010 as people used up the salts in the tubes and needed a refill. jennifer would not allow me to sell our premium salts in cheap zip lock bags. So, the 100ml Jar program started. We where the first company to have a line of gourmet salts in Glass Jars. Notice image 5-6, this is the insert card we sent with the kits, it says “Fine Salts Spices & Tea” and “The Spice Lab” as I don’t have a copy of the original cards for November 2009. I only have the February 2010 after we got the new domain name. Thanks for reading threw this fun trip down memory lane.

Happy Thanksgiving We had our annual Anniversary & Thanksgiving lunch at our factory in Pompano Beach, Florida. It was a beautiful day at 75 degrees. We had it catered from Sicilian Oven in Pompano Beach. The team loved the food, games, and companionship. We held a raffle where we give away a ton of Uline gifts, Gift cards and other fun items. If you support the team they will support you.

Pit Master Mike Calvo “The Blind Chef” Cooks with The Spice Lab “Black Steak” seasoning. The Spice Lab is excited to introduce our new Black Steak Seasoning. Ingredients: Sea Salt, Turbinado Sugar, Onion, Vegetable Fiber to prevent caking, Garlic, Shiitake Mushroom Powder, Activated Charcoal, Applewood Smoke. About Mike Calvo Mike Calvo is an accomplished chef, esteemed public speaker, Cuban American, and a passionate advocate for accessibility and empowerment. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, and raised in Miami after attending the Michigan School for the Blind, Mike's journey is one of resilience and determination. As the founder of The Blind Visionary, LLC, Mike utilizes his personal and professional experiences to inspire audiences across various sectors. His speeches delve into overcoming life's challenges, harnessing technology for empowerment, and advocating for inclusivity. Living in Orlando with his combined family of seven children, Mike's narrative is enriched by his roles as a father, husband, and community leader. His Cuban heritage and life experiences bring a unique flavor to his cooking. For more information on Mike, Visit https://lnkd.in/eAc8xdtG

PLMA Booth F1040 Chicago 2024   Gary Oliver & Brett Cramer Invite your to see our new exciting offerings.. New Smoked Salts: We are premiering our Natural Hard Wood Smoked “Fleur de Sel” Sea Salt. Brett is excited to showcase our new creation. After 10 years of hard work, experimenting and tasting, we have finally matched the perfect Sea Salt to Natural Hard Wood Smoke creating the perfect balance of smoke, saltiness, crunch, smell, Taste and feel. We are offering 5 Flavors: Oak, Hickory, Applewood, Mesquite, and Alderwood. These exquisite smoked salts are available in Fine grain for Seasoning / Finishing, and Coarse grain for Grinding / Roasting. All Smoked Salts are (U) Kosher Certified. We are offering these salts in many different packages, from 100ml glass jars to 32oz food service. They are also available in our premium 120ml Glass Grinders. Food Service Offering: Introducing our new Food Service offering in Organic and Conventional Spices and Seasonings. After many requests and demand from our existing customers for a Premium “Club Sized” offering, we are rolling out a full line of 32oz (Food Service) jars. These are available in Branded and Private Label. 100ml Glass Jar Organic Spice Set: Looking to upgrade your Spice Set? We are showcasing our 100ml French Glass Jar. Are you looking for a Premium Organic spice set? If so, stop by and see how good a 100ml jar can look. We will put our glass jar up against anyone in the country as the Best available. We only use premium spices; We pack them in a 100ml Glass Jar with a Stainless-Steel Top. They will look great on your shelf and in any kitchen. If you are looking for a Better Branded or Own Brand to upsell the customer on a “better organic” offering we have what you are looking for. New Seasonings for 2025: Chef Fiona Kennedy (R&D) has sent over some New Seasonings for 2025. Our seasonings are some of the best available. Why are our seasonings better? We use only the best spices (High Oil, Fresh, and Clean) in our blends. They cost a little more, but taste So Much Better. We believe in Quality, Clean Label / All Natural seasonings. We DO NOT USE FILLERS OR JUNK in the blends.

The Spice Lab "Smoked Butchers Salt & Pepper" Seasoning. Smoked Butchers Salt & Pepper: Smoky salt and pepper combo, this savory blend will bring a sultry heat and campfire flavor to your dishes, whether you are cooking indoors or out. Use it to season poultry, pork, beef and seafood, or shake it on baked beans and roast potatoes. This savory, peppery blend adds smoky, umami notes to just about anything. Use it to season beef brisket, pork baby back ribs, chicken, salmon and vegetables. Add it to ground beef to make umami packed hamburgers. Try it once, and it is bound to become your go-to seasoning. All Natural Ingredients: (Sea Salt, Natural Oak Wood Smoke, Water), Butcher’s Cut Black Pepper, Worcestershire Powder ((Distilled Vinegar, Molasses, Corn Syrup, Salt, Caramel Color, Garlic Powder, Sugar, Spices, Tamarind, Natural Flavor, Sulfiting Agents), IP Maltodextrin)), Vegetable Fiber to prevent caking, Shiitake Mushroom Powder. Contains: CELERY About Mike Calvo As the founder of The Blind Visionary, LLC, Mike utilizes his personal and professional experiences to inspire audiences across various sectors. His speeches delve into overcoming life's challenges, harnessing technology for empowerment, and advocating for inclusivity. His Cuban heritage and life experiences bring a unique flavor to his cooking. For more information on Mike, Visit https://lnkd.in/eYv8q8kT

The Spice Lab “Polynesian Pineapple” Cooking demo by Mike Calvo “The Blind Chef” The Spice Lab is excited to introduce our new Polynesian Pineapple Seasoning. TERIYAKI PLUS PINEAPPLE: This sweet and savory teriyaki blend is sweetened with brown sugar, honey, and pineapple while soy sauce, ginger and sesame add nutty and savory notes. Polynesian Pineapple rub is delicious as a bbq rub for ribs, chicken and brisket, but that is just the beginning of what it can do. Season a side of salmon with this blend before roasting it in the oven. Toss chicken wings this blend with and dredge in potato starch before cooking wings in the air fryer. Use this blend in vegetable stir fries or use it to season tofu before baking. Natural Ingredients: Granulated Brown Sugar, Hudson Valley Salt, Granulated Honey (Cane Sugar & Honey), Pineapple Juice ((Maltodextrin, Pineapple Juice Concentrate, Citric Acid), Natural Flavor)), SESAME SEEDS, Garlic, Vegetable Fiber to prevent caking, Ground Ginger, Red Chili Flakes, Dehydrated SOY Sauce ((WHEAT, SOYBEANS, Salt), Thickener (Maltodextrin)), Citric Acid. About Mike Calvo Mike Calvo is an accomplished chef, esteemed public speaker, Cuban American, and a passionate advocate for accessibility and empowerment. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, and raised in Miami after attending the Michigan School for the Blind, Mike's journey is one of resilience and determination. As the founder of The Blind Visionary, LLC, Mike utilizes his personal and professional experiences to inspire audiences across various sectors. His speeches delve into overcoming life's challenges, harnessing technology for empowerment, and advocating for inclusivity. His Cuban heritage and life experiences bring a unique flavor to his cooking. For more information on Mike, Visit https://lnkd.in/eYv8q8kT

Mission Statement At The Spice Lab, our mission is to transform your brand into a star. Our commitment to you is we only use the best ingredients for your blend. We achieve this by only using the finest clean label spices full of aromas and flavors. We make seasonings you will be proud to sell anywhere. As a family-owned business, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of quality, tradition, and sustainability. We have obtained a perfect score on our USDA Organic audit and a unheard of 99% score on our SQF audit. We strive for perfection in food safety and production with a focus on continuing improvement. As a Private Label / White Label spice and seasoning manufacture focused on the customer, you can only expect to receive the best. We are a full-service A-Z shop, from initial consultation, product development, design, testing, custom blending, filling and packing. Many of our customers choose to use our award-winning seasonings or modify them to fit your taste and customers needs. We can deliver everything you need to meet market demand. If you are looking for a 200 case test or 200,000 cases for a national program. We have the capacity and flexibility to deliver your vision on time and on budget. We are proud of our flexible production lines, from semi-automatic short run to fully automatic 70,000 jars a day and everything in between. We are here to support you and your needs. From helping create a new label from scratch or modifying an existing design, our award-winning designers and graphics department is second to none. Need help designing, modifying or replicating a label, we can assist you with your project. Need a few jars for a catalog, ad, or photoshoot, let us make you a few samples so you can meet your deadlines. We are committed to sustainability in the products we sell, source and produce. Thank you Jennifer & Brett Cramer

The Spice Lab - Halloween Party and BBQ Lunch 2024 We had over over 60 employees dress up for our annual BBQ and costume party. See a few of the crazy costumes and the winner "RAMBO" celebrate the fun and food.

The Spice Lab’s Ice Cream Party Celebration We had Hagen Das pop by for a surprise Ice Cream party to celebrate our un-announced SQF audit score of 99%. We want to thank our hardworking team members for their time effort and training it takes to obtain this score. Michael, Anna and Marianny worked tirelessly with all departments over the year to insure a culture of continued improvement. We believe our team is one of the best in the industry at food safety.

PLMA 2024 Chicago Please come and visit us at BOOTH F 1040 in the back left corner of the lower hall. We will be exhibiting our new Naturally Smoked Sea Salts, these include Applewood, Oak Wood, Mesquite, Hickory and Alder Wood. we are offering them in a verity of formats including Grinders, 100ml glass Jars, Shaker Jars, Food Service jars. We will also be showing off new Blends, Seasonings and Capacity upgrades to the facility. we just added a High Speed Glass jar line where we can pack at 200 Jars a Minuet.