Wholesale Partnerships – Stock Kalmes Foods

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Wholesale Portal · Since the 1850s

Stock a Five-Generation Iowa Tradition

As Seen on Food Network · Trusted by Fareway & Hy-Vee

Premium seasonings and breading mixes trusted by retailers, restaurants, and butcher shops across North America. Restaurant-grade quality. Proven margins. Heritage brand.

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Trusted By

Fareway | Hy-Vee | 📺 As Seen on Food Network | Five Generations Strong | Since the 1850s

Kalmes Famous seasoning display at retail meat counter

In-Store Display

Retail-ready at the meat counter

Kalmes Famous large professional jar in commercial kitchen

Professional Size

32oz jar built for high-volume kitchens

Perfectly seared steak seasoned with Kalmes Famous

Restaurant Results

The proof is in the sear

Since the 1850s, when Peter Kalmes opened his bar in St. Donatus, Iowa, five generations of the Kalmes family have been delivering restaurant-quality seasonings and breading mixes. Join Fareway, Hy-Vee, and hundreds of independent retailers, restaurants, and butcher shops who trust Kalmes to drive sales and customer loyalty.

Why Stock Kalmes Foods?

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Proven Track Record

Five generations of customer loyalty rooted in St. Donatus since the 1850s

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Unique 2-in-1 Formula

No direct competitors — exclusive tenderizer + seasoning in one shake

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As Seen on Food Network

National brand recognition drives customer demand before they walk in

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Strong Margins

Competitive wholesale pricing with healthy profit potential and volume tiers

Perfect For Your Operation

🥩 Butcher Shops & Meat Markets

Add value to every cut with premium seasonings — perfect for retail sales or as a value-add for custom cuts. Our 2-in-1 formula saves your customers a step and keeps them coming back.

Pairs perfectly with premium cuts
Increases basket size
Bulk-ready packaging (32oz + 5lb bags)
Consistent results every time

🏪 Grocery & Specialty Retailers

Stock a proven Iowa brand customers actively seek out — perfect for spice aisles, meat departments, and local product sections.

High repeat purchase rate
Strong local brand loyalty
Multiple SKUs and sizes

🍽️ Restaurants & Catering

The same professional-grade seasonings used in our family restaurant and catering (est. 1980s). Consistent quality for high-volume operations.

Restaurant-proven formulas
Bulk sizes available
Saves prep time (2-in-1 formula)

🚚 Food Service & Distributors

Expand your product line with a unique, high-demand brand. Institutional sizes and custom packaging available.

Flexible order quantities
Reliable supply chain
Co-marketing support

Our Product Line

🥩 Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Meat Tenderizer & Seasoning

Our signature formula that tenderizes and seasons simultaneously. Available in 5.5oz retail and 32oz professional sizes. Best for beef, pork, chicken, fish, and game meats.

🍗 SUPERB BLEND Premium Breading Mix

Restaurant-quality breading for crispy, golden results. Air fryer, pan fry & oven ready. 80–100 servings per 5lb bag. Best for high-volume frying operations and retail sales.

🎁 Value Bundles

Pre-packaged bundles combining seasonings and breading at attractive price points. Great for retail displays, gift sections, and holiday promotions.

Wholesale Case Pricing

Competitive pricing designed for retailers, distributors, and food service partners:

Product	Unit Price	Case Size	Case Price
Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Seasoning (5.5oz)	$4.99	12 units	$59.88
Kalmes Famous 2-in-1 Seasoning (32oz)	$15.99	6 units	$95.94
SUPERB BLEND Breading Mix (5lb)	$21.99	6 bags	$131.94

Minimum Order: 1 case per product | Payment Terms: Net 30 for approved accounts | Volume Discounts: 5% (11–25 cases), 8% (26–50), 10% (51+), custom for pallets.