Hi folks! I'm Mike Mercado, Your Local Jelly Man! Coming from a rather large family with Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins living nearby - it was food that brought us together. My earliest memories involve family backyard Bar-B-Q’s. My dad was the “head chef” of the family, aside from my mom who was the “queen of the kitchen”. Dad was always so particular with his recipes, cooking methods, rubs, and spices. Throughout the years, I have experimented with different foods and different recipes. While working in the food industry with my wife, I started trying new recipes. I grew rather tired of Hamburger Helper and decided it was time for something new. Working together, we found the fun in cooking and watching the joy on our family’s faces when they would act as our “guinea pigs”. In 2008, after 10 years of owning a Gourmet Deli in Houston, TX, my wife and I sold our business. Once I left the food business, I realized I really missed cooking! One day I saw an ad, “Jelly Factory for sale in Rosenberg, TX”. Who am I to turn down a challenge? I’ve always loved to “play with my food” and create recipes for grilling – why not use Jellies? I use Jams and Jellies as a glaze with rich flavors that complement the flavor of the meat. I’ve experimented with using Jellies as a glaze for Pork Loins, Shrimp, Chicken, Salmon, Scallops, Veggies, and more! Enjoy our labor of love using our Artisan Jams, Jellies, and Salsas!