Discover the passion and dedication behind Vanilla & Spices, where quality ingredients meet artisanal craftsmanship.
Vanilla & Spices was founded in 2010 by San Francisco food enthusiasts Maria and James Chen. Our founders' journey began with a simple mission: to source the world's finest vanilla beans and spices and make them available at home.
We are committed to environmentally conscious practices throughout our supply chain, from farming to packaging. Our partnerships support regenerative agriculture and biodiversity conservation.
We believe in building fair relationships with our producers. By paying premium prices and investing in local communities, we help farming families make a sustainable living.
We never compromise on quality. Every product undergoes rigorous testing and evaluation to meet our exacting standards for taste, scent and efficacy.
Maria and James open their first small shop in San Francisco's Ferry Building, specializing in vanilla beans and a small selection of spices.
We are establishing our first direct relationships with vanilla producers in Madagascar, ensuring fair prices and sustainable practices.
Our product range expands to over 50 spices and blends from around the world. We open our second store in Portland.
We launch our e-commerce platform, making our products available nationwide. We introduce our subscription service.
We are introducing 100% sustainable packaging and launching the Producer Support Fund to help farming communities.
Vanilla & Spices products are now available in over 20 countries, while we remain committed to our artisanal quality.
"The Madagascan vanilla beans completely changed my baking experience. The aroma and taste are incomparable to anything I’ve used before."
Pastry Chef
"As a spice enthusiast, I’ve tried products from many suppliers. Vanilla & Spices always delivers the freshest and most aromatic spices I’ve ever found."
Home Cook
"The exotic spice collection was a perfect gift for my food-loving friend. The packaging is beautiful, and the quality exceptional."
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