Coffee on the Couch with On The Corner's Jason Cronister

Coffee On The Couch With On The Corner’s Jason Cronister

Chris LaFreniere is a young man from Maine who loves journalism. He has been pursuing various aspects of journalism, recently adding the interviews of business owners.

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The reason for having “On the Corner” on the podcast:

The decision to feature “On the Corner” on the podcast was driven by a serendipitous discovery during a visit to C & E Feeds. As I explored the new look, I stumbled upon this small company and immediately felt compelled to learn more. Intrigued by their offerings, I went home and delved into their Facebook page and available content. What I found was not only impressive but also delicious. Upon reaching out to Jason, the prompt and positive response solidified my interest. Our conversation not only showcased the passion behind “On the Corner” but also involved a delightful exploration of their BBQ sauces. Jason’s guidance led me to the “Sweet and Sassy” style, a choice that has since become a personal favorite. The unique blend of flavors and the inclusion of actual ingredients in the sauce exemplify the commitment to quality and taste that makes “On the Corner” a noteworthy addition to the podcast.

About “On the Corner:”

Jason Cronister and his wife

On the Corner” is a charming family-owned business, spearheaded by Jason Cronister, alongside his wife and their son Jack. In the heart of Robbinston, Maine, this small business has become a local gem, with its products available at notable spots like IGA and C & E Feeds in Calais. Jason, the driving force behind the venture, holds the secret to their delectable sauces, a recipe stored both physically and mentally. From crafting and packing the sauces to overseeing their unique freeze-dried candies, Jason, his wife, and son each play a crucial role. Notably, their signature sauce is exclusively featured in a local Calais restaurant, a testament to its irresistibly delicious flavor profile, combining a delightful taste with a subtle, satisfying bite. Each jar of sauce is personally made, filled, and delivered by Jason himself, who actively engages with storefronts, managers, and customers, imparting a personalized touch to every interaction. The family-driven ethos and commitment to excellence make “On the Corner” a standout destination for those seeking authentic, locally crafted delights. With Jason focusing on sauces, Jack expertly handles the cookies and freeze-dried candies, and Jason’s wife skillfully oversees the baking, each contributing their unique talents to create a harmonious whole.Excerpts from the episode:

Host: Welcome to yet another enlightening episode of Coffee on the Couch, as we step into the heart of local innovation with our latest guest on Coffee on the Couch Podcast.

Join us as we explore the story behind a thriving community hub tucked away in the vibrant corners of Robinston.

However, their products can be found in small businesses nestled in Calais, Maine.

This episode is your backstage pass to discover the magic unfolding on the corner.

Host: Starting local, thinking global.

Host: On the Corner began as a sauce business and is now expanding its reach to more cities and towns in Maine.How has this journey influenced your approach to business, and what motivates your expansion plans?

Jason: Our approach to business is we’ve always been a company in, I say we’ve always been a company, we’ve had a company back in Idaho where we lived for 20 years, and there as well as here we’ve always been “Give the customer a great product for a fair price.“

Host: Your 13-year-old Jack is making a mark with his cookies inspired by his grandmother’s recipes. How does this family tradition and connection to local roots play a role in the products you offer? And how do you balance tradition with innovation?

Jason: Well, so my, Jack’s grandmother, my mom, um, where we were, she was the first generation in this country from the Eastern.

Host: Oh, okay.

Jason: Still had a lot of the traditions, a lot of the skills, the products, The things that they did.

When we moved here, He found her cookbook in the box of books that we have and has just kind of made that his own, just as many people did and still do when they have a cookbook. Well, now everybody uses their phones. But, when you had a cookbook, you know, you discover new recipes and they would write them in the back or whatever.

Jason: So he’s discovering these recipes that were handwritten in the back of the books and, and that, so he’s, he’s, and then he’s, he’s, he will modify them, um, a little bit to suit his tastes, but the essence is still there.

<further explanation on Jason’s mother’s origins> “So she was born in this country. She was first generation. From Hungary. So Eastern Europe.”

Barbeque sauce at C&E Foods

Jason: And you know, that rises and falls after New Year’s.

A lot of this will fall off because everybody’s going to go on their healthy food diets.

And by two weeks later, it’ll all be back to normal again, because, well, yeah, pretty much people like bread, people like cookies.

Host: Oh, yeah, for sure.

Host: My mother-in-law makes homemade bread, and I gotta say I’ve kind of been spoiled on that because, at a lot of get-togethers, she’ll make homemade bread.

And man, when you go from homemade, like when you go from store-bought bread to homemade bread, the density, the flavor, just, yeah.

Jason: There’s no comparison there.

Host: No, sure isn’t.Sure isn’t.

Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onthecornersauces

Email: onthecornersauces@gmail.com

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