Food is an integral part of Latinx culture, from El Salvadorian pupusas to Mexican mole. That's why so many Latinx entrepreneurs pour their heart and soul into creating food businesses. Lucky for you, now it's easier than ever to shop their products—and, frankly, there's no better time to start lending your support. September 15 marks the start of Latinx Heritage Month, which runs through October 15. Take some time to treat yourself and show some love to these brands. And trust us: Buy once from one of these companies, and you'll become a lifetime customer. (Yes, they're that good.)
On this list you will find all sorts of different products to build a better kitchen. There are lots of spices and seasoning mixes, snacks, a few booze brands, and some sauces, dressings, and marinades. Some you might recognize, like the popular Tajín Seasoning, Cholula Hot Sauce, and Herdez Salsa Casera. But we are sure there are lots of Latinx-owned brands on this list that you've never tried before.
Ready to upgrade your pantry—and maybe even try some new-to-you foods? These brands, which make everything from paleo-friendly tortilla chips to handcrafted tequila, will help. Salud!
Mexican-American Ellen Marie Bennett started Hedley & Bennett when she noticed most aprons just weren't cutting it. She created tough, comfortable aprons that were meant to last in the kitchen, and also have super cute patterns.
This this teak bowl the perfect place to store your salt. It's from Ceremonia, a brand started by Latina Carina Santoyo. She works with local Balinese artisans to make home goods, rattan coasters, bamboo cutlery, and linen napkins.
Old Salt Merchants is dedicated to creating one-of-a-kind gourmet salts, sugars, and teas by using ingredients sourced from Cyprus, Sri Lanka, Australia, and Port Townsend, WA.
Mijenta is a variation of mi gente, meaning "my people." This sustainable, artisanal, small-batch tequila from the highlands of Jalisco is inspired by centuries of Mexican culture and traditions, and preserves the ancestral art and craft of growing, harvesting, and distilling agave.
Mikuna superfood proteins are made from an Andean-grown plant called Chocho, a regenerative, nutrient-dense source of protein, fiber, iron and calcium. The brand was founded by Ricky Echanique, a fifth-generation Ecuadorian farmer.
Brighten up your kitchen table with this Mexican textile from Etsy designer OF Boutique. They make many handmade products you can put all over your home.
When Veronica Garza, co-founder and president of Siete, was diagnosed with multiple auto-immune conditions, she decided to adopt a grain-free diet. To continue cooking her Mexican-American family's traditional recipes, she created her own flourless and corn-less tortillas and chips.
Siete's line-up has expanded to vegan and paleo items, including dips, sauces, and taco shells. And that brand name? Siete is "seven" in Spanish—the number of people in Veronica's family.
Owned by Belizean brothers Greg and David Figueroa, Melinda’scombines fresh, all-natural ingredients from Colombia to create the perfect balance of heat and flavor in all their sauces and condiments.
Vivian Jasper created Brizo dressings from a recipe that got passed down through generations. Its simple ingredients include lemon juice, olive oil, and signature herbs and spices. Branded as a dressing, Brizo can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce, finishing dressing, pasta sauce, or salad dressing.
Founded by an immigrant family from Yucatán, Mexico, Saucy Lips makes hot sauces and marinades that level-up your cooking. The female-founded brand was started when their mother sold her homemade sauces at the farmers market to pay for her children's college tuition. This variety pack is Whole 30-approved and features hot sauces with added touches like green apple and tamarind for delightfully complex flavor combos.
Loisa gets its name from the term "Loisaida," a reference to the Lower East Side of New York City, where the founders are from. The brand aims to make classic Latin seasonings and flavors without artificial ingredients, unnecessary fillers, or MSG. And if you're not sure where to start once you have the bottles in your kitchen, Louisa has some recipe recommendations here.
Tia Lupita makes sauces, chips, and tortillas that use authentic and sustainable ingredients. Each product is inspired by recipes from the founder's mom, whom the brand is named after.
Started by Joe Cruz as a way to follow his passion and eventually leave a legacy for his son, YaVe tequila is now an award-winning liquor brand. The name "YaVe" is the phonetic spelling of the Spanish word "Llave" which means "key," and this tequila hopes to be a way to unlock possibilities to create fun drinks and experiences with friends.
LLamaLand sources their organic superfood ingredients straight from Peru, one of the most biodiverse places on earth. The brand was founded by a Peruvian entrepreneur and his holistic health coach wife. These fruit spreads can be used as a snack or as part of a meal, and they're great sources of vitamin C, antioxidants, and minerals.
Plant-based chef Jocelyn Ramirez aims to make cooking at home as easy as possible. You can buy ingredient bundles for a variety of recipes on her site, which include seasoning blends for different dishes and her cookbook, La Vida Verde.
Founded by Sonya Vega Auvray, this vegan, organic, and small-batch spirit reinvents the tradition of mezcal. It's a great gateway to those looking to develop a mezcal palate, and the producers are all female family members who have been farming in Oaxaca, Mexico, for five generations.
Made using navy and black beans, these bold and delicious chips are vegan, certified gluten-free, Non-GMO Project Verified, and Kosher. Mexican-American CEO Arnulfo Ventura helms the brand with his love of tortilla chips and beans.
Chosen Foods sells a number of cooking sprays, dressings, and mayos, ideal for making flavorful dishes. CEO Gabriel Perez Krieb wants Chosen Foods’ products to take individuals back to his Mexican roots and 50 percent of its employees are Hispanic or Latin American.
All the small-batch goodies from Lola's Cocina are guaranteed to be made with love—hecho con amor. This vanilla bean sugar can be used as a substitute for plain sugar in desserts, coffee, and baked goods. A portion of the proceeds from sales support the advancement of young women in education, business, and leadership.
Felicia LaLomia is the Food & Culture Editor for Delish. When she isn’t covering food news or writing features about delicious trends in the culinary world, she’s searching for her next perfect bite.