About
Since 2012, Salt Spring Kitchen Co. has been crafting bold, small-batch jams, preserves, and hot sauces that elevate everyday meals. What started in founder Melanie Mulherin’s home kitchen—with handwritten labels and a love for distinctive flavors—has grown into a full-scale jam factory, retail shop, and tasting room on Salt Spring Island.
Inspired by her family’s deep-rooted love of food, Melanie set out to create something unique. Her first product, Spicy Tomato Savoury Spread, quickly became a farmers’ market favorite—a next-level ketchup replacement perfect for burgers and charcuterie boards.
Still made in small batches with high-quality ingredients, Salt Spring Kitchen’s collection of savory, spicy, and sweet creations is designed for pairing, sharing, and transforming everyday meals. Whether spread on a sandwich, served with cheese, or gifted to a foodie friend, each jar brings a taste of Salt Spring Island’s creativity and culinary spirit.
Hours
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- WednesdayClosed
- Thursday10 AM – 4 PM
- Friday10 AM – 4 PM
- Saturday9 AM – 5 PM
- Sunday9 AM – 3 PM
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About Southern Gulf Islands
The Southern Gulf Islands—Salt Spring, Galiano, Pender, Mayne, and Saturna—rise like verdant crowns from the Salish Sea, offering a rich tapestry of flavors and creativity. Each island offers its own unique character, woven together by shared values of community, artistry, and a deep connection to the land.
Salt Spring Island, the largest of the group, is a haven for food lovers, known for its strong locavore culture, artisan producers, and organic vineyards.