Meet Our Makers
At The Cook’s Outfitter, we believe that every thoughtfully crafted product has a story—and so does the maker behind it. We partner with artisans, small-batch producers, and heritage brands who share our commitment to quality, artistry, connection, and sustainability. This page is dedicated to the people and stories behind the tools and ingredients we curate—those who pour their passion into every handcrafted spoon, every batch of spice, every piece built to last. Because when you know the story, the cooking becomes even more meaningful.
Alpenglow Cocktail Company
Inspired by the rhythms of the Pacific Northwest, these small-batch cocktail mixers are crafted from peak-season harvests and ingredients sourced from local farms and neighboring beekeepers. From fragrant summer lavender and fresh mint to crisp Wenatchee Valley apples and warm winter spices, each blend captures a moment in the region’s landscape. Their non-alcoholic mixers make elevated drinks effortless—just add your favorite spirit or a splash of seltzer. With both timeless classics and inventive, palate-stretching recipes, they offer a flavor for every season and every drinker.
Apolis Teas
Apolis Tea is the work of Audrey and Alex, two lifelong Alaskans who bring more than 25 years of tea expertise to their craft. Their approach blends old-fashioned reliability with a modern curiosity—sourcing exceptional ingredients from growers who share their commitment to quality, sustainability, and thoughtful cultivation. Every blend is a balance of art and science: rooted in tradition yet always exploring new cultivars, biodynamic practices, and inventive flavor combinations. The result is a collection of teas that feel both familiar and delightfully unexpected—crafted with care, intention, and genuine love for the craft.
Breckenridge Coffee Roasters
Rooted in the heart of the Colorado Rockies, this Breckenridge maker draws inspiration from a mountain town where seasons shape daily life and community runs deep. Winters deliver the legendary powder that first draws people in; summers reveal endless trails, golden aspens, and a pace that makes it hard to leave. It’s a place defined by resilience, beauty, and a genuine sense of belonging—and those same qualities show up in every product they create. Crafted in a town that’s easy to fall in love with and even easier to call home, their work carries the unmistakable spirit of Breckenridge in every detail.
Cook's Flavoring Company
Cook's Flavoring Company is a century-old, family-run craft built on one unwavering principle: quality. Founded on Raymond R. Lochhead’s lifelong passion for vanilla, the company still sources beans the old-fashioned way—directly, personally, and in close partnership with village farmers. Their fully sun-cured, vine-ripened pods are transformed using the slow, cold-percolation method their grandfather developed in 1918, a process no modern shortcut can replicate. Blending generational expertise with today’s best aromatic science, Cook's Flavoring Company creates vanilla extracts of remarkable depth and purity—honoring tradition, relationships, and the timeless craft of true flavor.
Delallo
DeLallo has been a family-owned celebration of Italian food culture since 1950, beginning as a small neighborhood market outside Pittsburgh and growing into one of the nation’s most trusted names in Italian and Mediterranean ingredients. Rooted in tradition yet always evolving, DeLallo combines skilled sourcing, hands-on production, and a deep respect for origin and craft. Their culinary team continues to innovate—developing gourmet, recipe-driven products that honor authentic flavors while remaining accessible and thoughtfully priced. From olives and antipasti to pastas, sauces, and specialty sweets, every DeLallo product delivers the quality, consistency, and genuine Italian spirit that has guided the family for generations.
Fellow
Fellow brings beauty to your morning ritual, offering the tools that turn everyday brewing into something inspiring. Whether you're a seasoned coffee pro or just starting your pour-over journey, their mission is simple: make great coffee feel fun, approachable, and endlessly experiment-friendly. With gear designed to spark curiosity, they invite you to slow down, play a little, and brew something big.
Finding Home Farms
Finding Home Farms is a family-run lifestyle brand rooted in the Hudson Valley and inspired by the simple joy of creating a welcoming home. Fourth-generation maple farmer Dana and decorator-turned-maker Laura blend their passions to produce organic maple syrup and small-batch pantry goods—all proudly made in the USA. What began as a blog has grown into a celebration of gathering, comfort, and everyday beauty. With each product, they invite you to slow down, savor the season, and find home wherever you are.
Fox Run Brands
For more than 50 years, Fox Run Brands has built a trusted reputation for well-made kitchen tools that bring everyday cooking to life. Their family of brands span timeless cooks tools and bakeware to modern acacia wood serve ware and wood care products. Together, they offer a thoughtfully crafted lineup that supports cooks, bakers, and grillers with quality, versatility, and a touch of creativity in every kitchen.
Homerly
Homerely offers a curated collection of modern kitchenware and home goods designed to bring beauty, comfort, and ease into everyday living. By partnering with trusted manufacturers around the world, they focus on delivering well-made pieces that feel both contemporary and inviting. Guided by a passion for thoughtful design and creating a home you truly love, Homerely celebrates simple comforts, clean aesthetics, and the joy of a space that reflects you.
MatchBox Candle Company
MatchBox Candle Co. began at local farmers’ markets, where their hand-poured candles quickly earned a following for fragrances that evoke comfort, nostalgia, and the warmth of home. I first discovered them at the Breckenridge Sunday Market and was instantly drawn in—their scents stood out immediately. With a dedication to craftsmanship, quality, and sustainable practices, MatchBox creates candles that illuminate everyday moments with a touch of artistry and soul. Each candle is thoughtfully made to bring light, character, and a welcoming sense of place to any space.
Millstream Home
Millstream Home is a celebration of Amish heritage and American craftsmanship, born from a desire to create meaningful, lasting pieces for the home. Inspired by Jake’s Amish upbringing and Janelle’s deep ancestral roots, the brand began with a simple question: what makes an heirloom—and could they begin crafting them now? Their search led them down winding back roads to skilled artisans still practicing historic methods: quilters, basket weavers, blacksmiths, potters, and more. Today, every Millstream Home piece is made by human hands here in the United States, carrying forward stories of tradition, intention, and artistry. Thoughtfully designed and crafted for a lifetime of use, their collection honors simplicity, imagination, and the quiet beauty of a well-made home.
Rabbit Creek Gourmet
Rabbit Creek Gourmet brings the joy of home baking to life with simple, delicious mixes that make it easy to bake fresh bread, scones, cakes and more anytime you like — all crafted to deliver moist, flavorful results with minimal effort. They’re all about making good taste accessible: just add a few everyday ingredients and pop your mix in the oven — and soon your kitchen smells like a cozy bakery.
Ritual Chocolate
Ritual Chocolate was born in the Rocky Mountains and shaped by a deep love for chocolate’s history, craftsmanship, and sense of place. After traveling the world in search of exceptional cacao, the founders settled in Park City, Utah, where they create bean-to-bar chocolate inspired by the small European chocolatiers who lived above their shops and devoted their lives to the craft. Every bar reflects that same dedication—thoughtfully sourced cacao, meticulous production, and flavors that feel both pure and transportive. Ritual exists to slow you down and bring a touch of joy to your day, one bite and one beautiful moment at a time.
The Collective
The Collective brings together designers, artisans, and makers who share a passion for creating handcrafted home accessories with a modern yet timeless sensibility. Each piece is thoughtfully designed to engage the senses—made from authentic materials and crafted using centuries-old techniques in metal forging, woodworking, sculpting, casting, and hand-etching. Their work honors rich cultural traditions while introducing fresh, contemporary designs meant to be lived with, loved, and used to create memorable moments. By supporting The Collective, you also support fair wages, safe workshops, and the preservation of artisan heritage around the world.
Verve Culture
Verve Culture is a woman-owned brand based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, dedicated to celebrating global traditions through thoughtfully crafted, culturally rooted goods. Inspired by the way travel awakens the senses—new flavors, new people, rich histories—they curate iconic items from around the world and infuse them with a fresh, modern vibe. Each piece honors the heritage and artisans behind it, offering a way to reconnect with past adventures or experience the spirit of faraway places right at home.
Wasatch Barn Woodworking
Wasatch Barn Woodworking creates handcrafted wooden pieces designed to last a lifetime and become part of the memories made around them. With more than 20 years of expertise, they combine fine hardwoods, thoughtful design, and meticulous craftsmanship to build everything from custom charcuterie boards to heirloom furniture. Each piece is shaped with intention—balancing form, function, and the natural beauty of the wood itself. Whenever possible, materials are sourced locally and ethically, reflecting their commitment to quality and sustainability. Whether designing something new or restoring something treasured, Wasatch Barn Woodworking brings skill, artistry, and dedication to every project.
Wendi's Good Things Market
Wendi’s Good Things Market grew from a tiny corner of a rural Colorado restaurant into a farm-based lifestyle brand centered on warmth, hope, and everyday beauty. When the world shifted in 2020, Wendi’s family transformed their space—and ultimately their business—into a place for thoughtfully made goods that simply feel good. Today, their gourmet foods, home items, skincare, and apparel are all developed on their flower and produce farm at the base of Wolf Creek Pass, inspired by recipes they create, designs they love, and the life they live alongside goats, chickens, and three generations working together. Rooted, real, and always personal, Wendi’s Good Things Market is built on kindness, creativity, and the belief that every customer deserves to be welcomed in with heart.