Local Artisan Food Producers in Hays County, TX (28)

Texana Brands is known for producing Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Infusion from the olive tree, straight to the bottle. They have 150 acres of olives that are planted in Artesia Wells, TX on heritage land. They grow olives and produce olive oil from these same precious acres that were covered in watermelons and cattle years ago. Their mission is to produce the best quality extra virgin and infused olive oils possible.Their facility has been the home base for the bottling, marketing, and distribution of Texas olive oil for the past 5 years. Texana Brands is excited to be introducing their own label and product under the name “Texana Brand” with the same commitment to quality, honesty, and service that Texas customers have relied and trusted in for the past 5 years.

Texas Hill Country Olive Company is a family-owned business located in the beautiful and beloved "Texas Hill Country" of Dripping Springs Texas, committed to supplying the “highest quality olive oil” produced in the United States. Their olive orchard features a Tuscan-inspired mill house, a state-of-the-art Italian olive press and a large tasting room. Since the beginning, the focus has been on preserving the natural beauty of the area while providing fresh locally produced extra virgin olive oil and other premium quality products. All the olive oil for sale is made on site, from crushing to filtering to bottling and labeling. They also have “balsamic vinegar” that is delightful! Try them with some bread and then grab a bite to eat at the bistro.

The Art of Pecan is an artisan producer in Dripping Springs, Texas that specializes in pecans. Pecan nuts, oil, flour, and smoking shells are all available here. The pecan oil that it offers is expeller-pressed in small batches. No chemicals, no solvents, no additives. Thus, you can expect that it's high in antioxidants, which explains the deep golden color of the oil. Likewise, the pecan nuts that it offers only has two ingredients in it: pecans and an all-natural seasoning. But hey, you're in luck! Recently, this producer launched a new product – the Activated Native Texas Pecans. These nuts are available in three flavors: Sea Salt, Maple, and Hatch Chili. So, you can easily choose if you want something savory, sweet, or spicy. What's with the "activate" thing? Interestingly, these nuts are soaked for long hours in purified Texas rainwater before dehydrating them slowly. As a result, the nuts are crispy and they have a softer tannin, making them more palatable and easier to digest. So, whether you need something to snack on or cook with, The Art of Pecan will surely help.

The Hearty Vegan is Texas’ first permitted Tempeh producer. Tempeh is an Indonesian fermented food staple that is traditionally made from soybeans and has a rich, nutty flavor and chewy texture. This meat alternative can be compared to beef in terms of protein percentage, along with it being high in fiber, low in saturated fat and has no cholesterol. The Heart Vegan, established by a vegan mother-daughter team, uses non-GMO soybeans, black-eyed peas, and garbanzo beans that are domestically grown. Gluten-free and soy-free tempeh have also been developed. They’ve even published recipes for their customers to follow like Tempeh shepherd’s pie, Italian Tempeh meatballs, Tempeh Bacon, Tempeh Chili, and so much more! It’s so versatile and tasty, one “cannot resist the tempeh-tation!”

The Salumeria, which is located in Austin, Texas, specializes in making hand-crafted salami and curing whole meats using family recipes. The family recipes are handed down from one generation to the next. The same with the techniques used on meats. The result is an excellent taste and quality meats. Their prized heritage pork is pasture-raised. The curing of meats can take as long as three years, but after you have tasted this delicious meat, you will agree that it is worth the wait. If you are looking for quality salami, pancetta, and other meat products, visit or contact The Salumeria.

An Austin-based roastery that specializes in “direct-trade coffees” and cold brew on tap. Tiny House Coffee Roasters has a mission to create a better world, with better coffee by working with small producer farmers and spreading “specialty coffee” to new frontiers. They are creating a simpler path between the people, exceptional coffee, and a better world. Their delicious cold brew comes to life where craft meets precision - the perfect blend of advanced brewing techniques and the brewers touch. Crafted in house, they roast and brew the same ethically sourced coffee they sell to cafes and restaurants. Delivering not only exceptional coffee, but a lasting trust so you always know that Tiny House has your back.