Lynda Sue’s Kitchen
“We want to stay as local as possible,” says Lynda Brooks, half of the curative and creative mind behind Colorado Springs-made Lynda Sue’s Salsa, along with her husband, Shawn Brooks.
Using as many local farmer collabs as they can, this “Colorado proud” salsa power duo sources local jalapeños in season, as well as Pueblo chiles. Both products play a huge role in their salsa production and recipes, which focus on simple and fresh ingredients
Offering seven different varieties of local salsa from their popular Roasted Pueblo Chile Salsa to their signature Hot Salsa and one ghost pepper hot sauce (it’s still edible, truly), Lynda Sue’s has a salsa for every Coloradoan’s palette.
"It's all about the flavor," Shawn says. “We’re 100 percent hands-on. It’s just us. We take pride in our salsa.”
Pro-Tip: Stop by the Lynda Sue’s Kitchen booths at local markets to sample the salsas before deciding on a favorite. Can’t make it to market? Look for them in other local shops like Hunt + Gather and Scheels.
Website: https://www.lyndasueskitchen.com/
Facebook + Instagram: @LyndaSuesKitchen
LoJo’s Salsa
Four years into changing lives one small-batch of Colorado Springs-made salsa at a time, LoJo's Salsa owners Loretta and Raymond Earp, of Fountain, have amassed a local and bi-coastal following.
“Everyone just loved it,” Loretta says of her salsa. “I didn’t realize how many others enjoyed it.”
Their fresh-made salsa boasts minimal preservatives, and maximum comfort–especially when paired with their specialty homemade tortilla chips. In addition to their regular, green, hot and x-hot varieties, new this year and full of fresh flavor, LoJo’s has introduced their Pickle-de-Gallo salsa (Raymond’s favorite).
During peak warm weather months, you’ll find Loretta and Raymond greeting regulars at the Acacia Park and Old Colorado City farmers markets. As the chill rolls in, visit their Facebook page to see where they will bring their natural goodness next.
“We want to feed the country,” Loretta says. “I love giving back to the community.”
Pro-Tip: Look for LoJo’s at many of the Colorado Springs’ upcoming holiday markets. Their fresh-batch salsa makes an amazing comfort food or host gift during the busy fall and winter season.
Website: @LojosSalsa