In 2016, Michael Januska launched Old Brooklyn Cheese Co., an artisanal cheese venture in Cleveland’s Old Brooklyn neighborhood. In his quest to find the perfect accompaniment for those amazing cheeses, the owner began experimenting with whole-seed mustards. After exploring various mustard seed blends, and processes like fermentation and smoking, Januska launched Old Brooklyn Mustard. Before long, distinctive products like Original IPA, Pepped Up and Bohemian Blend were snagging top honors in food competitions around the country.
And yet, says Januska, his products were failing to gain the attention and traction he felt they deserved. He wasn’t alone. Michael Symon, one of Old Brooklyn Mustard’s biggest fans, had the same impression.
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