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ABOUT US
La Pimenterie is dedicated to creating original and unique spicy condiments. We offer a wide range of spicy products, but above all, they’re TASTY! Forget all your past experiences with hot sauce, let yourself be tempted by new tastes, and step into the world of flavor-focused hot sauces!
Our story
La Pimenterie was founded in 2016 by filmmaker Julien Fréchette with the support of his girlfriend, photographer Frédérique Ménard-Aubin. The idea for the company came to him while filming in a war zone while bullets were whistling around his head. It was there, near the front line, that he began to imagine assemblages of hot sauces to reassure himself a little. (You can see his film here and hear him talk about his experience here.)
Back in Montreal, he decided to take action. He buys hot peppers and spices and locks himself in his kitchen with the desire to create hot sauces that are different from the ones on the market. He approaches the creation of a hot sauce as if it were a work with an aromatic universe of its own. After a few months, he comes out with a range of 7 spicy sauces that he will make his entourage taste. La Pimenterie was born.
Today, even though La Pimenterie is present on the shelves of more than 1,000 retailers and merchants across the world, we continue to concoct each sauce with the same passion and meticulousness that inhabits its creator. We rely on a wide range of flavors to achieve surprising and delicious culinary agreements.
Always passionate about documentaries, the head pepper farmer has travelled the world in the footsteps of the chilli pepper for the realization of his film on the surprising story of the burning little fruit: Chiliheads.
Our Mission and Values
La Pimenterie, located in the heart of Montreal, redefines hot sauce by combining flavor, quality, and social responsibility. For too long, this condiment has been seen as a basic mix of peppers, vinegar, and salt. However, at La Pimenterie, each recipe is a celebration of flavors, where heat harmonizes with carefully selected ingredients.
One of the pillars of our mission is local sourcing. By using peppers grown within 50 km of our factory, including those from urban agriculture on city rooftops, we support the Canadian economy while reducing our carbon footprint. This strategic choice is not just about geographical proximity but also a commitment to sustainable and ethical agriculture. By working directly with Canadian producers, we contribute to strengthening the economic fabric of our region, creating solid links between farmers and consumers.
But our mission goes beyond simple sourcing. We firmly believe that food has the power to transform lives. By empowering small local businesses and promoting responsible consumption, we strive for a less centralized food market, thereby fostering diversity and quality in products.
Moreover, La Pimenterie is dedicated to raising awareness among its customers about the importance of consuming locally and valuing the work of those who contribute to production. Through workshops and events, we create bridges between producers and consumers, reinforcing the sense of community.
By integrating these ethical values at the heart of our business, La Pimenterie does not just sell hot sauces; it positions itself as an essential player in social transformation, inviting everyone to savor a more responsible and flavorful world!