Lakeside Gourmet

10/12/2025

Brie, This is what we talk about.. your amazing table scapes, loaded with goodness💕
Thank you again for the shout out! 🥳

Celebrate it all! 🎉 That's exactly what this beautiful family did over the weekend. What an absolutely gorgeous space for a graze. I loved every minute! ✨

Call out some of our faves: 🩷

Stockholm Pie & General Store - cookie pies 🥧
Moose Lake Mustard - spicy is the best! 🔥
Lakeside Gourmet - this is our jam, literally 😂
Harmony Cheese - the best variety 😋

And so much more! Pinwheels, Smoked Salmon, Cannolis, Ginger Cookies, Curds! So. Much. YUM!

Floral is Blooms for Happiness, obviously! 😉

10/08/2025

A Morning Ritual: Jamming with a Kick!
Good morning, everyone! The sun is up, the coffee is brewing, and the kitchen air is already thick with a promise of sweet-heat perfection. Before the rush of the day begins, we're diving into the process of making a new batch of our award-winning Cranberry Lemon Serrano Pepper Jam.
This isn't just about mixing ingredients; it's a sensory start to the morning. We begin by prepping the stars of the show:
1. Brightening the Cranberries: We use a generous heap of tart cranberries—the foundation of our flavor.
2. Zesting Up the Lemon: The fresh, invigorating scent of lemon zest and juice is key. It cuts through the sweetness and elevates the fruitiness.
3. The Serrano Spark: And, of course, the secret to our jam's acclaim—the finely minced Serrano peppers. The aroma when they hit the heat is unforgettable: a clean, sharp green scent that lets you know the jam is about to get its signature kick.
The slow simmer is our morning meditation. Watching the vibrant red and green melt into a glossy, thick elixir is a satisfying start to any day. It’s a beautiful balance of tart, bright, sweet, and fiery, and we can't wait to share this fresh batch with you all!
What's your favorite flavor combination to start the day with? Let us know in the comments!

09/27/2025

Getting there!!

Setting up for the Cable Fall Fest - starts this morning 🥳🥳🥳🥳

09/08/2025

Hayward Farmers Market- Come on down today 9-1 at the Lumberjack Bowl..

09/08/2025

Stop by the Hayward Farmers Market tomorrow (Monday), we’ll be serving our Famous Lakeside Gourmet Pepper Jam!! 🌶️🫑 9-1..

09/01/2025

Hey all you pepper jam enthusiasts, we are looking for four pepper jam enthusiasts to work our booth at the Hayward Fall Fest on Saturday, September 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We've split this into two shifts to make it easy for everyone: the first shift is from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and the second is from 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. As a member of our team, you'll get to share your love for our delicious jams with the community, offer samples, and help customers find their new favorite flavor. If you're interested in being part of the fun, please reply to this email with your name and preferred shift.

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09/01/2025

Come see us today at the Hayward Farmers' Market! We'll be here from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., serving up our famous Lakeside Gourmet pepper jams. We have a wide variety of flavors, so whether you like it sweet or spicy, you're sure to find a new favorite. We can't wait to see you!

They go great on a charcuterie board, on your favorite sandwich, or as a marinade, or even served on your favorite ice cream! Yes, I said it, ice cream!!

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08/16/2025

Thank you for the shout out Brie💕 Your shop is a Gem! We couldn’t wait to try the various cheeses, meats, mustards, sauces etc.. Absolutely delicious! Presentation is perfection! Too pretty to eat! Love your place💕

So many amazing people came to the Grand Opening including my sweetest gals from Lakeside Gourmet and Backroads Coffee! 🩷 They drove from Hayward…I just couldn’t believe it.

Have you tried our Lakeside Gourmet pepper jams? They’re delicious and created by amazing humans. ☺️

07/19/2025

This is so exciting! We can’t wait to try it!

Get ready for a treat, everyone! We've decided to start making some cheese spreads right here in-house, and we're kicking things off with an absolute masterpiece that's as delicious as it is pretty! 🤩 (Special thank you to my magical flower fairy and her petal confetti💐… )

This incredible spread features Lakeside Gourmet Cranberry Lemon and Serrano Pepper Jam mixed with creamy goat cheese and smooth cream cheese. The result? OMG, it's good! 🙌 The perfect balance of sweet, tart, and a hint of heat makes for the most amazing spread.

Each order comes with an adorable bag of lemon cookies and crackers, making it the perfect little gourmet package. 🍋This was just a test batch, but we loved it so much we're officially adding it to the lineup!

Keep an eye out for new flavors! We'll be changing them up so we don't get too predictable. 😆

07/19/2025

This picture should be on the cover of a magazine 💕 YUM!
Thank you so much for the shout out!

Our small artisan cheese box? Obsessed! 😍

Seriously, these wooden boxes are beyond cute. They're not just a gift, they're a statement – and totally steal the show at any event. Tied with a beautiful bow, this box screams "I love you and I love cheese!" 😂😉

06/26/2025

Thank you so much That Girl Brie for the shoutout! Please let us know how it turns out, mixing the Cranberry Lemon & Serrano directly into goat cheese. It sounds amazing and we are always looking for fun, delectable recipes for our delicious artisan pepper jams!

This pepper jam will change you…🙌

It's got this incredible cranberry flavor with the most intense lemon finish and just enough heat to make you happy. OMG, it’s good! I'm already thinking it would be amazing mixed right into goat cheese—I think I need to test that tomorrow!

We carry the entire line of Lakeside Gourmet pepper jams in-store, and trust me, they’re all amazing!

04/01/2025

We are showering you with savings this April! Now is the perfect time to try all 5 of our delicious jams and get a 6th jar for HALF OFF!