From pretzels to patio furniture, meet the products made in Greater Reading
Nothing says summer like a great outdoor party. Lucky for you and your guests, you can bring the best to the table with products made right in Greater Reading, Pa. Crispy chips, fresh pretzels, delicious meats, decadent desserts and handcrafted sodas all from generations of family-owned businesses that blend tradition with innovation. So, fire up the grill, grab a snack, sit back in a comfortable patio chair (Even those are made here!) and enjoy the taste of Greater Reading.
Berks Foods
Berks Foods is a third-generation, family-owned meat processing company. Over the past 87 years, the company has expanded its product line to include hot dogs, hams, ring bologna, bacon and deli meats. Berks Foods is committed to quality and innovation, offering organic options such as uncured beef franks and deli meats made from organically raised meats without antibiotics or added growth hormones.
Sweet Street Desserts
Sweet Street Desserts is a leading innovator in the dessert industry. The company offers a diverse range of gourmet desserts, including cakes, cheesecakes, cupcakes, brownies, cookies and dessert bars. Its products are enjoyed in over 60 countries worldwide.
East Penn Manufacturing
East Penn Manufacturing operates the world’s largest single-site lead-acid battery manufacturing facility. The company offers a diverse range of products, including automotive, commercial, marine and industrial batteries, as well as wire and cable products.
Unique Snacks
Unique Snacks has been crafting pretzels since the late 1800s and is now in its sixth generation of pretzel bakers. It is renowned for its Splits, the original split-open pretzel, created through a unique baking process that results in crispy bubbles and crunch. Its product line includes a variety of pretzel snacks, such as Pretzel Shells, Sourdough Rings, Sprouted Pretzels, Puffzels and the recently introduced Knead Ems.
Clover Farms Dairy
For over 80 years, Clover Farms Dairy has been dedicated to providing high-quality dairy products, sourcing milk from over 170 local farms. Its product offerings include fresh milk, 100% fruit juices, iced teas and a variety of fruit drinks. Clover Farms has built a reputation for its commitment to the local community, offering delicious products but also supporting local agriculture.
Radius
Radius specializes in eco-friendly oral care products including toothbrushes, toothpaste and flosses. It operates from a restored feed mill dating back to the early 1800s, reflecting its commitment to preserving history while promoting environmental responsibility.
Grossfilex
Grosfillex is a global manufacturer of resin products for both residential and commercial use. The company serves the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean through two main divisions:
– Consumer Products Division: This division offers decorative garden planters, outdoor patio furniture and shelving storage products for consumer use.
– Contract Furnishings Division: This division produces commercial-grade outdoor furniture for establishments such as hotels, resorts, restaurants and other commercial properties.
Tom Sturgis Pretzels
Tom Sturgis Pretzels, established in 1946, carries a rich family legacy in pretzel baking. Its diverse product range includes various pretzel styles such as Dutch, sourdough and chocolate-covered varieties, as well as flavored options like cheddar cheese and low-sodium pretzels. Additionally, it offers specialty items like potato chips and an assortment of pretzel gift packages.
Dieffenbach’s Snacks
For over 55 years, Dieffenbach’s Snacks has specialized in crafting premium kettle-cooked potato chips in small batches. Its product lineup includes a variety of kettle-cooked chips, such as old fashioned, barbeque, salt & vinegar, sour cream & onion and sweet potato. Additionally, it offers other snacks and it is known for its Uglies brand, which utilizes imperfect potatoes to create kettle-cooked chips.
Seltzer’s Smokehouse Meats
Seltzer’s Smokehouse Meats is renowned for its authentic Lebanon bologna. It produces 100% all-beef smoked meats crafted with a unique blend of spices and no fillers. Its product line includes Original, Sweet, Double Smoked Sweet, Sweet Chipotle and Smoke ‘n Honey Beef Roll varieties. The company operates one of the oldest continually USDA-inspected facilities in the United States, maintaining traditional smoking methods in tall, wooden smokehouses over hand-tended fires.
Reading Soda Works
Reading Soda Works specializes in handcrafted sodas made with 100% pure cane sugar and natural ingredients, offering a variety of traditional flavors such as root beer, birch beer, white birch, sarsaparilla and vanilla cream. It has also introduced seasonal flavors like pumpkin spice and cider ginger beer. Its sodas are crafted using a slow carbonation process, resulting in smaller bubbles that provide a smoother mouthfeel and more pleasant taste.
Steak Umm
Known for its quick and convenient meal solutions, Steak Umm offers 100% beef and Angus beef sliced steaks, as well as chicken breast options. The brand has remained a household favorite for making homemade cheesesteaks and other easy-to-cook meals.
