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Discovering caramel all over again

Discovering caramel all over again


Claire Georges
One of the unexpected joys of buying a brand that someone else founded is hearing people say, “Oh yeah, I love that stuff. I’ve had it for years!” That's always great.
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Our most popular flavored caramel

Our most popular flavored caramel


Claire Georges

Whether you’re already a Fat Toad Farm fan or just discovering what happens when goat’s milk meets real Vermont craft, this jar is one worth opening - and sharing, if you’re feeling generous.

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3 totally new micro batch hot sauces!

3 totally new micro batch hot sauces!


Claire Georges

We have three totally new microbatch hot sauces this month. They have only existed in our brains prior to their creation. And they are just yummy.

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The caramel that's captured so many spoons

The caramel that's captured so many spoons


Claire Georges

At Fat Toad Farm, we spend hours gently hand-stirring fresh Vermont goat’s milk until it transforms into something unforgettable: rich, creamy, small-batch caramel made the slow way, just like it’s been done for generations.

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The secret ingredient is: don’t f* it up

The secret ingredient is: don’t f* it up


Claire Georges
Even when I messed up a dish, people were really into it. And key was that the ingredients were just that good. When you’re working with stuff that’s grown with care on small farms, it kind of doesn’t matter if the roast is a little overdone or the salad is a little weird. The flavor carries you.
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