Illinois Product Holiday Box

Bee-utiful Honey & Candles was founded by Oscar Villa, who started beekeeping as a hobby in 2013 in Chicago, inspired by his childhood in Bolivia. He grew from two hives to about 100 by 2022, overcoming challenges along the way. The brand focuses on supporting local bee populations and providing high-quality, bee-made products. The Christmas Tree Beeswax Candle has a festive tree design and golden hue. Made from natural beeswax, it emits a honey fragrance and burns cleanly.

B's Gourmet Nuts are small-batch, hand-crafted nuts with unique flavor blends and high-quality ingredients, perfect for gifting or sharing. Committed to giving back, B’s donates a portion of proceeds to the Cancer Wellness Center, providing free support and wellness services to cancer patients and caregivers. Decadent Cashews combine sea salt with the rich, savory essence of black truffle for an exquisite taste experience. B's Gourmet Nuts is located in Winnetka, IL.

Creekstone Kettle Works, based out of Raymond, IL, offers Delicious Gourmet Popcorn in 20 to 30 non-GMO flavors, including sweet and savory options. They provide individual packages, bulk for events, and gift baskets, along with fundraising solutions. Available in stores across Illinois, they are the official popcorn of the Illinois State Fair Grandstand. Sea Salt Caramel is the perfect combination of sweet and salty.

Fire Department Coffee, located in Rockford, IL, was inspired by the vital role that coffee plays in helping firefighters stay alert and energized through long shifts. More than just a coffee company, Fire Department Coffee is a community united by a shared passion for great coffee and a mission to serve their communities. The Original, Medium Roast Coffee is where it all began and continues to be a staple for Fire Department Coffee. It delivers a balanced and smooth taste in every cup.

Fired Up Jellies and Jams, founded in Carbondale, IL, brings people together through flavorful jellies and jams. Launched in 2018, their products feature a perfect blend of sweetness and heat.  Fired Up Jellies and Jams enhance meals across the country, adding spice to special moments. Strawberry Habanero Jelly blends sweet strawberries with spicy habanero peppers, adding a tasty kick to your dishes. 

Garlic Breath Farm, located in Elburn, IL, is a husband-and-wife team passionate about farming and ready for the challenge! Their goals are to offer "locally grown" garlic, educate on health benefits, create a garlic recipe library, and keep those dreaded vampires away. Garlic Breath Farm is a member of the Homegrown by Heroes program, distinguishing them as a veteran-owned agricultural company. Garlic Goddess Hot Sauce is a collaboration with Gindo’s Hot Sauce. This creamy, garlicky, and tangy hot sauce features a refreshing herbaceous flavor and a mild to medium finish.

Founded in 1949 in Springfield, IL, Turasky Meats began as a neighborhood slaughterhouse and has since become a successful meat processing business, now led by the third generation. They offer a variety of products, including hams, steaks, bacon, and beef sticks, and co-pack snack sticks for other brands. With multiple awards, including Gold at the IFFA meat competition, Turasky Meats provides top-quality meats you won’t want to miss! Their individually packaged snack sticks are perfect for lunch boxes, gym bags, road trips, or any event needing a healthy, protein-packed snack! 

Riley’s Premium Seasonings and Spices is a family-owned business in Pike County with nearly 35 years of history, originating in Mr. Riley's Farmhouse Kitchen. In 2002, they partnered with the Illinois Pork Producers to launch the award-winning “Pork Chop on a Stick” at the Illinois State Fair. Known for high-quality, 100% pure spices without fillers or preservatives, Riley’s seasonings enhance the flavor of meats, vegetables, and more—just sprinkle and enjoy! The All-Purpose Seasoning is the perfect blend of salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and herbs.

Based out of Carlock, IL, Umland’s Crunchy Cheese has discovered a patented technology that extracts moisture from cheese below its melting point, resulting in bite-sized pieces of delicious cheese. These snacks are low carb, gluten-free, keto, and diabetic-friendly. If you're looking for a simple, yet tasty treat, it’s just cheese. Be sure to try these cheese bites as a topper to your soup or salad!