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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.
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The Charleston Daily Mail

Red Feather Kitchen

PW Short General Store

Summersville Lake Retreat

Esquire Magazine

Tasting Table

WV Living

Amy Tobin

Kale: From Tough to Tender

Kale is tough! That’s how it survives the cold weather. We have to help it find its tender side.

CNN

Monticello Museum Shop

Locke Store

Founding Farmers – Tysons

Goldenseal Magazine

Bon Appetit

The Atlantic

Modern Farmer

Artisano’s Oils and Spices

Heritage Is Our Guide

Harvesting the salt from this same family land that our ancestors did reminds us that we are part of something larger; that we fit into the fabric of our family.

Spirit of Jefferson

Sweet and Salty

The silky smooth caramel and the crunchy salt crystals allow us to “feel” the flavor.

Nigari

Nigari, a mineral rich by-product of the salt making process, is a versatile pantry staple.

Homemade Tofu

Tofu made from scratch may take a little time but you only need two ingredients. You’ll be amazed at the difference!

Fresh Ricotta Cheese

Warm fresh ricotta cheese is a delicious luxury that is simple to make with our nigari.

The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm

A Method to Our Madness

We are the tortoise of the salt making world.

No, Salt Isn’t Just Salt!

There really is a difference!