Ham Company & Cafe Interview: Why We Love The HoneyBaked Ham

What's "a nice fit for ham?"  MUSTARD!  Cherchies® Mustard.  That's a quote from the President of The HoneyBaked Ham Co. & Cafe in Exton/Lionville, Pennsylvania.  With Easter on our doorsteps, why not have HoneyBaked Ham make your Easter dinner or any occasion easier?  "It's always a special occasion at HoneyBaked Ham."

I recently stopped in to visit our new local neighbor, The HoneyBaked Ham Co. & Cafe in Lionville/Exton Pennsylvania (who opened their doors locally in November of 2014).  To my delight there was an array of newly stocked Cherchies® mustards on the shelf.  I had to stop in and thank Wayne Masoner, the President of three local HoneyBaked Ham Cafes for carrying our products.   

Meet Jim and RJ, the faces of the Lionville/Exton The HoneyBaked Ham Co. & Cafe.  Talk about outstanding customer service!  Jim and RJ were amazing and were gracious enough to pose for a picture next to our mustards.  Thank you gentlemen!

Jim and RJ showing off Cherchies® mustards

For those unfamiliar with HoneyBaked Ham, you're missing out!  HoneyBaked Ham has franchises nationwide and all of their hams are hand-glazed with a one-of-a kind crunch glaze.  Yum!  Aside from their HoneyBaked hams, they also offer lunch and dinner with freshly made-to-order sandwiches using their signature HoneyBaked meats (ham, turkey, and roast beef), gourmet boxed lunches, scrumptious salads, delicious sides, and don't forget their mouth watering desserts!  Plus they cater and deliver for any occasion.  In addition to all the aforementioned attributes of this cafe, they also offer fabulous condiments, especially mustard;)

"Always a  Special Occasion".  HoneyBaked Ham of Exton/Lionville, Glen Mills, and Pike Creek caters and delivers

I had a lovely conversation with our new local neighbor, Wayne.

How long have you been in business? Wayne has been in business for 7 years, when he opened his first cafe in Glen Mills, PA, followed by his second establishment in Pine Creek,  Delaware, and his newest addition in Exton/Lionville, PA.

How long have you carried Cherchies® products?  Wayne has carried Cherchies® products for 7 years and currently carries them in all three of his stores.  He also carries Cherchies® Pretty Peppers in a couple of his stores.

Thank you for carrying our products.  How did you hear of Cherchies®? "From past experience...I knew a buddy who carried Cherchies® in his establishment.  I've been following Cherchies® for years".  

What is your most popular Cherchies® products?  "That would have to be the Champagne Mustard...it's a good fit with ham". 

Thank you for meeting with me.  Now I need to order my holiday ham to go along with our Mustard. Who's with me?

Hand glazing each ham

Gift Shop Interview: Why We Love Gardner's Landscape & Nursery

Nestled in the glorious countryside of Chester County, Pa is Gardner's Landscape & Nursery.  Robert Gardner, a fourth generation nurseryman, great grandson of John Gardner, ("who came to America and introduced a hybridized Lorillard hothouse tomato to the New York market.", fell in love with the historic Chester County Barn and serene 21 acres and established Gardner's Landscape & Nursery in in 1998 (- Susan I Shiber).

My main reason this time for visiting Gardner's Landscape & Nursery,  was to purchase a gift from "The Barn", a beautifully restored, historic 1857 Chester County barn, a vision of Robert Gardner.  "The Barn" carries an assortment of unique home furnishings, accessories. gifts, and yes, Cherchies®, so I stopped in to thank Nancy Baldwin for carrying our products.

Cherchies® Lem 'n Dill, Champagne Mustard, and Pretty Peppers in "The Barn" of Gardner's Landscape & Nursery

I got distracted from my mission for a few moments, as I was greeted by cheerful pansies at the entrance of the 10,000 sq. ft. greenhouse (it's winter here in Pennsylvania and flowers are one of my weaknesses...any and all).  Of course, I had to wander in awe.  

Cheerful Pansies Said, "Hello" To Me

Around every corner was a new adventure.  I did meet up with Nancy in "The Barn".  

A Sneaky Dragon Hiding Amidst the Flowers

What is your customer like?  

Our customers mainly consist of homeowners and garden enthusiasts, or those individuals looking for unique gifts for themselves or family and friends.

How long have you carried Cherchies® products?  

We have carried Cherchies® for about 2 years.  I have known about Cherchies® for years, since back in the 90's.  Cherchies Mustard has just always been in my fridge! 

What is a fun fact about you?

The Champagne Mustard is my secret ingredient in my grilled cheese sandwiches! 

Besides your killer grilled cheese sandwich, do you have a favorite Cherchies® recipe?

We often have workshops throughout the year and special events in "The Barn" and the Greenhouse, and our favorite recipe is serving Cherchies® Pretty Peppers over cream cheese with crackers.  Guests can eat and wander throughout "The Barn".

What are your most popular Cherchies® products?  

Cherchies® Champagne Mustard and Cherchies® Lem 'n Dill

What else can you tell us about your store?  

We grow our own plants year round, including tomatoes from November to May!  We would love for you to "Shop Local" and shop "under cover" this Spring.  

Tomatoes Just Like They Were Picked in August!

Gorgeous Outdoor Furniture and Accessories

Thank you Nancy!  Visit Garner's Landscape & Nursery or like them on Facebook.  When you stop in, grab a jar of Cherchies® Champagne Mustard.

Now, who wants a grilled cheese sandwich?  I know I do!