Nancy Bruns
Nancy, and her brother, Lewis Payne are partners at J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works. Nancy spent 25 years in the food industry before becoming a salt maker. She enjoys being part of the WV sustainable food system community.
Posts by Nancy
Spinster Abbott’s
Posted by Nancy | January 20, 2025 | (0) Comments
Founding Farmers Alexandria
Posted by Nancy | January 16, 2025 | (0) Comments
Cedar Hill Apothecary
Posted by Nancy | January 15, 2025 | (0) Comments
Riffle Farms
Posted by Nancy | December 3, 2024 | (0) Comments
Mule Barn Mercantile
Posted by Nancy | December 3, 2024 | (0) Comments
Key Farms Meats & Mercantile
Posted by Nancy | December 3, 2024 | (0) Comments
Wldwst
Posted by Nancy | December 3, 2024 | (0) Comments
Pilates on Main
Posted by Nancy | December 3, 2024 | (0) Comments
Salt Aire Custom Designs
Posted by Nancy | December 3, 2024 | (0) Comments
Lucky Buffalo Farmstand
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Curiosity
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Blue Jug of Fort Payne
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
La Poste All-Natural Wine + Cook Shop
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Annie’s Coffee & Creamery
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Crafteria
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Cowbell Kitchen
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Theodore’s Bar & Market
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Sunshine Drip
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Creekside Provisions + Supplies
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Winchester Mercantile
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Mercer St. Bicycle Co-op
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
House of Charlemagne
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Tait Farm Foods
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Salvage Sisters- A Repurposed Store
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
Ikenberry Orchards
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
North Left A Modern Mercantile
Posted by Nancy | December 2, 2024 | (0) Comments
The Secret to Staying Hydrated: The Role of Minerals and Salt
Posted by Nancy | August 1, 2024 | (0) Comments
Staying hydrated is often simplified to just drinking enough water. While this is fundamentally true, there’s a more nuanced approach to optimal hydration that involves maintaining a balance of salt, which has health benefits that may surprise you, and other essential minerals. This balance not only keeps us hydrated but also ensures our bodily […]
Mal’s Fresh Produce
Posted by Nancy | July 29, 2024 | (0) Comments
River Riders
Posted by Nancy | July 29, 2024 | (0) Comments
Stachowski’s Market
Posted by Nancy | July 23, 2024 | (0) Comments
Devil’s Food Bakery
Posted by Nancy | July 22, 2024 | (0) Comments
Happy Dog Farm Stand
Posted by Nancy | July 17, 2024 | (0) Comments
Bury & Essen
Posted by Nancy | July 15, 2024 | (0) Comments
Glencoe Mansion, Museum, & Gallery
Posted by Nancy | July 15, 2024 | (0) Comments
Natoora
Posted by Nancy | July 15, 2024 | (0) Comments
DIY Electrolyte Drink: Boost Your Hydration Naturally
Posted by Nancy | July 3, 2024 | (0) Comments
Electrolytes are essential to your body! Here is an easy recipe to replenish your electrolytes and hydrate your body on hot summer days.
Elawa Farm Market
Posted by Nancy | July 1, 2024 | (0) Comments
Tahoe Gifting Co.
Posted by Nancy | July 1, 2024 | (0) Comments
Sunwall Artisanal
Posted by Nancy | July 1, 2024 | (0) Comments
Philomont General Store
Posted by Nancy | July 1, 2024 | (0) Comments
Marigold Healing Center
Posted by Nancy | June 17, 2024 | (0) Comments
Your Only Friend
Posted by Nancy | May 29, 2024 | (0) Comments
Homestead Studios
Posted by Nancy | May 22, 2024 | (0) Comments
Shreve’s Country Store
Posted by Nancy | May 20, 2024 | (0) Comments
Scots Landscape
Posted by Nancy | May 20, 2024 | (0) Comments
The Decorator Man
Posted by Nancy | May 16, 2024 | (0) Comments
North Tisbury Farm
Posted by Nancy | May 15, 2024 | (0) Comments
The Culture Shop
Posted by Nancy | May 7, 2024 | (0) Comments
Iti Biti Chocolates
Posted by Nancy | May 6, 2024 | (0) Comments
Selby 100 Mile House
Posted by Nancy | May 6, 2024 | (0) Comments
Wild One Herbs
Posted by Nancy | May 6, 2024 | (0) Comments
Copper Cellar Marketplace
Posted by Nancy | April 24, 2024 | (0) Comments
Sustainable Sundry
Posted by Nancy | April 18, 2024 | (0) Comments
Bellair Farm
Posted by Nancy | April 12, 2024 | (0) Comments
Willabee
Posted by Nancy | April 8, 2024 | (0) Comments
Rocky River Supply Co.
Posted by Nancy | April 8, 2024 | (0) Comments
A Day in the Life of an Artisanal Salt Maker
Posted by Nancy | April 4, 2024 | (0) Comments
Join us on a journey through a day in the life of artisanal salt makers, where tradition meets technology to create nature’s finest seasoning!
Lost River Butcher Block
Posted by Nancy | April 3, 2024 | (0) Comments
Wise County Cafe
Posted by Nancy | April 1, 2024 | (0) Comments
Barnwood Living
Posted by Nancy | April 1, 2024 | (0) Comments
Holly Hill & Co.
Posted by Nancy | March 29, 2024 | (0) Comments
100 Acre Inn
Posted by Nancy | March 29, 2024 | (0) Comments
The Plant-Powered Pantry
Posted by Nancy | March 25, 2024 | (0) Comments
The Fat Butcher
Posted by Nancy | March 18, 2024 | (0) Comments
The Cupcakerie
Posted by Nancy | March 18, 2024 | (0) Comments
Unwined
Posted by Nancy | March 13, 2024 | (0) Comments
Blue Sage Farm
Posted by Nancy | March 11, 2024 | (0) Comments
Wild Ember Bread
Posted by Nancy | March 11, 2024 | (0) Comments
Wild Yeast Bake Shoppe
Posted by Nancy | March 8, 2024 | (0) Comments
COOK
Posted by Nancy | February 29, 2024 | (0) Comments
Farm 2 Chef’s Table
Posted by Nancy | February 29, 2024 | (0) Comments
Art of the Table
Posted by Nancy | February 26, 2024 | (0) Comments
7 Ways We Practice Sustainability as a Small Business
Posted by Nancy | February 21, 2024 | (0) Comments
From eco-friendly packaging to energy-efficient operations, explore the innovative ways we prioritize sustainability as a small business.
Old Mountain Field Fine Arts and Crafts
Posted by Nancy | February 19, 2024 | (0) Comments
The Wild Wander
Posted by Nancy | February 12, 2024 | (0) Comments
The Farm Store at Watercress
Posted by Nancy | February 12, 2024 | (0) Comments
Pockets of Time
Posted by Nancy | February 12, 2024 | (0) Comments
WVU Davis College Store
Posted by Nancy | February 12, 2024 | (0) Comments
Rural Route 1 Popcorn
Posted by Nancy | February 7, 2024 | (0) Comments
Melvin’s Farm to Fork Store
Posted by Nancy | January 31, 2024 | (0) Comments
Peck & Bushel Organic Fruit Co.
Posted by Nancy | January 25, 2024 | (0) Comments
Blackberry & Honeysuckle
Posted by Nancy | January 25, 2024 | (0) Comments
Crane Creek Vineyards
Posted by Nancy | January 25, 2024 | (0) Comments
Big Springs Trading Co.
Posted by Nancy | January 25, 2024 | (0) Comments
Act XII Wine and Provisions
Posted by Nancy | January 25, 2024 | (0) Comments
Wired Possum Coffee
Posted by Nancy | January 23, 2024 | (0) Comments
Gina Tees
Posted by Nancy | January 18, 2024 | (0) Comments
Lineage Goods
Posted by Nancy | January 18, 2024 | (0) Comments
Exploring the Unique Characteristics: Celtic Salt vs. JQD Salt
Posted by Nancy | January 17, 2024 | (2) Comments
Salt, a globally ubiquitous ingredient and vital mineral. Celtic salt, renowned for quality, taste, and mineral content, prompts frequent comparisons to our own salt. But how do they really compare?
Mastersalt
Posted by Nancy | January 11, 2024 | (0) Comments
Clementine Vintage
Posted by Nancy | January 10, 2024 | (0) Comments
Soiree
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
Small World Travel & Store
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
Tell’s Terrain
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
Julian Pie Company
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
Mortimer Farms
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
Salchicha
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
Primitive Goods
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
The Greenwood Gourmet Grocery
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
The OOPS! Co.
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
Virginia Mercantile
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
Hoby’s Honey & General Store
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
The Old Fashioned
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
Golden Fig Fine Foods
Posted by Nancy | January 9, 2024 | (0) Comments
Marie & Nash
Posted by Nancy | January 8, 2024 | (0) Comments
Hurricane Heritage Co.
Posted by Nancy | January 8, 2024 | (0) Comments
J. Danforth Mercantile
Posted by Nancy | December 28, 2023 | (0) Comments
DT Prime
Posted by Nancy | November 30, 2023 | (0) Comments
The F.A.R.M. Food Arts Recreation Market
Posted by Nancy | November 30, 2023 | (0) Comments
Millvale Market
Posted by Nancy | November 28, 2023 | (0) Comments
Hindman Settlement School
Posted by Nancy | November 28, 2023 | (0) Comments
Mentone Market
Posted by Nancy | November 27, 2023 | (0) Comments
The Opal Gypsy Studio
Posted by Nancy | November 27, 2023 | (0) Comments
The Hidden Acorn
Posted by Nancy | November 27, 2023 | (0) Comments
Tennessee River Olive Oil Co.
Posted by Nancy | November 27, 2023 | (0) Comments
Why Shopping Locally Matters
Posted by Nancy | November 27, 2023 | (0) Comments
Shopping locally DOES matter! Here are 8 big reasons why.
Rising Sun Family Farm
Posted by Nancy | November 10, 2023 | (0) Comments
Foodocracy
Posted by Nancy | November 10, 2023 | (0) Comments
Wise County Biscuits
Posted by Nancy | November 10, 2023 | (0) Comments
9 Salt Benefits You May Not Know About
Posted by Nancy | November 7, 2023 | (0) Comments
Did you know salt has a myriad of health benefits? Read to learn more about why salt is an important part of a balanced diet.
vomFASS Charleston
Posted by Nancy | November 6, 2023 | (0) Comments
Ella and Co.
Posted by Nancy | November 6, 2023 | (0) Comments
Larder Delicatessen and Bakery
Posted by Nancy | November 6, 2023 | (0) Comments
Blackstone’s of Beacon Hill
Posted by Nancy | October 31, 2023 | (0) Comments
The Happy Hot Sauce Company
Posted by Nancy | October 30, 2023 | (0) Comments
The Vegan Potter @ Glaze Handmade
Posted by Nancy | October 26, 2023 | (0) Comments
Parker & Otis
Posted by Nancy | October 23, 2023 | (0) Comments
Hand & Land
Posted by Nancy | October 23, 2023 | (0) Comments
Blue Rock
Posted by Nancy | October 23, 2023 | (0) Comments
Camden & Blue
Posted by Nancy | October 23, 2023 | (0) Comments
Sunhouse Craft
Posted by Nancy | October 20, 2023 | (0) Comments
Sweet Pea Supply Co.
Posted by Nancy | October 20, 2023 | (0) Comments
Seasonal Roots
Posted by Nancy | October 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Antique Anthology
Posted by Nancy | October 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Perennial Homestead
Posted by Nancy | October 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Trailside Provisions
Posted by Nancy | October 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Hustle & Ground
Posted by Nancy | October 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Pilates on Main
Posted by Nancy | October 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Fariner Bakery
Posted by Nancy | October 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Makers Collective Pop Up Shop
Posted by Nancy | October 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Woodstock Cafe
Posted by Nancy | October 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
The Enchanted Candle Apothecary
Posted by Nancy | October 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Bent River Trading Post
Posted by Nancy | October 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Lulu’s Bakery and Pantry
Posted by Nancy | October 16, 2023 | (0) Comments
Barrel Chest Wine & Beer
Posted by Nancy | September 25, 2023 | (0) Comments
Front Porch Baking Co.
Posted by Nancy | September 20, 2023 | (0) Comments
Levels Depot
Posted by Nancy | September 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Revel Market & Bar
Posted by Nancy | September 14, 2023 | (0) Comments
Fromagination
Posted by Nancy | September 13, 2023 | (0) Comments
Clementine
Posted by Nancy | September 13, 2023 | (0) Comments
The Orange Bandana
Posted by Nancy | September 11, 2023 | (0) Comments
Stephenson’s General Store
Posted by Nancy | September 7, 2023 | (0) Comments
Draper Mercantile & Trading Co.
Posted by Nancy | September 7, 2023 | (0) Comments
Junky Janko Market
Posted by Nancy | September 7, 2023 | (0) Comments
The Coco Bee Candle Company
Posted by Nancy | September 5, 2023 | (0) Comments
The Salt Horse
Posted by Nancy | September 5, 2023 | (0) Comments
Three Painted Arrows
Posted by Nancy | September 5, 2023 | (0) Comments
Talula’s Table
Posted by Nancy | September 5, 2023 | (0) Comments
Graves Family Orchard
Posted by Nancy | August 24, 2023 | (0) Comments
Little Beauty Kitchen
Posted by Nancy | August 24, 2023 | (0) Comments
Park Square Market
Posted by Nancy | August 24, 2023 | (0) Comments
Apple House
Posted by Nancy | August 24, 2023 | (0) Comments
Biederman’s Specialty Foods
Posted by Nancy | August 21, 2023 | (0) Comments
Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards
Posted by Nancy | August 18, 2023 | (0) Comments
Minnesota Olive Oil Company
Posted by Nancy | August 16, 2023 | (0) Comments
Props Antiques
Posted by Nancy | August 15, 2023 | (0) Comments
The Holy Honey Co.
Posted by Nancy | August 14, 2023 | (0) Comments
Oglebay Resort
Posted by Nancy | August 9, 2023 | (0) Comments
Tabard Inn
Posted by Nancy | August 4, 2023 | (0) Comments
Out Of The Ashes
Posted by Nancy | August 4, 2023 | (0) Comments
Swarthmore Co-op
Posted by Nancy | August 3, 2023 | (0) Comments
Kinship Gifts
Posted by Nancy | August 2, 2023 | (0) Comments
Sprouting Farms
Posted by Nancy | July 26, 2023 | (0) Comments
Cathedral Cafe
Posted by Nancy | July 13, 2023 | (0) Comments
The Local Goods Mini Market
Posted by Nancy | July 13, 2023 | (0) Comments
Root & Stem Catering
Posted by Nancy | July 11, 2023 | (0) Comments
Weiland’s Market
Posted by Nancy | June 28, 2023 | (0) Comments
Haymarket by Ashbourne Farms
Posted by Nancy | June 19, 2023 | (0) Comments
The Inn at Lost River & The Lost River General Store and Cafe
Posted by Nancy | June 12, 2023 | (0) Comments
New River Brands
Posted by Nancy | June 9, 2023 | (0) Comments
Scentister
Posted by Nancy | May 30, 2023 | (0) Comments
Southern Kokua
Posted by Nancy | May 30, 2023 | (0) Comments
Hilton Garden Inn Haymarket
Posted by Nancy | May 23, 2023 | (0) Comments
Addison Visitor’s Center
Posted by Nancy | May 9, 2023 | (0) Comments
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort
Posted by Nancy | May 9, 2023 | (0) Comments
New Roots Community Farm
Posted by Nancy | April 17, 2023 | (0) Comments
Foothills Meats
Posted by Nancy | March 30, 2023 | (0) Comments
Nampara Farm Cooperative
Posted by Nancy | March 13, 2023 | (0) Comments
Hawk Knob Cidery
Posted by Nancy | March 13, 2023 | (0) Comments
Summer Vegetable Frittata
Posted by Nancy | February 21, 2023 | (0) Comments
An Italian style breakfast from Appalachia…
Ronni Lundy’s Buttermilk Biscuits
Posted by Nancy | February 21, 2023 | (0) Comments
Ronni Lundy is THE expert of Appalachian cooking. This recipe comes from her book Victuals, and she credits chef Louis Osteen for it….
Vegetable Stir Fry
Posted by Nancy | February 21, 2023 | (0) Comments
Don’t feel restricted to the vegetables in this recipe. Stir fries are a great way to use almost any vegetable…
Appalachian Herbed Chicken with Worcestershire Pan Sauce
Posted by Nancy | February 21, 2023 | (0) Comments
Brined Appalachian chicken…
Kale Salad with Roasted Winter Squash, Aged Cheddar and Toasted Almonds
Posted by Nancy | February 21, 2023 | (0) Comments
Delicious kale salad with season vegetables…
Southern Shrimp and Grits with Andouille Sausage
Posted by Nancy | February 21, 2023 | (0) Comments
Here’s our take on this low-country classic…
Baby Back Ribs with Black Mocha Stout BBQ Sauce
Posted by Nancy | February 21, 2023 | (0) Comments
I want my baby back, baby back, baby back, baby back ribs…
Soup Beans
Posted by Nancy | February 21, 2023 | (0) Comments
Perfect recipe for an Appalachian staple….
Baked Spinach Fusilli with Bacon, Mushrooms and Goat Cheese
Posted by Nancy | February 21, 2023 | (0) Comments
Delicious baked pasta with bacon….
Spiced Chicken Wings with Yogurt and Rhubarb Chutney Dipping Sauce
Posted by Nancy | February 21, 2023 | (0) Comments
Unique recipe for a classic appetizer…