Whooda thunk that you would find some groovy-lookin’, fine-tastin’ Texas-style hot sauce in the great state of…uh…Michigan? Check out this cool article from Mlive.com for a neat story:

Texas Traditions Hot Sauce Factory turns up heat
by Erin Albanese | The Grand Rapids Press
Monday August 18, 2008, 6:16 AM

BYRON TOWNSHIP — Byron Center isn’t the “Southwest” typically thought of when it comes to a hot sauce factory, but a Texas recipe is tempting local taste buds.

Former Texan Frank Isham, who lives in Byron Township, brought his secret family recipe to the shelves of Texas Traditions Hot Sauce Factory, which opened July 26.

His son, Garrett Isham, 19, is a partner in the business and managing the restaurant.

On site, they make and package the 49-year-old secret recipe developed by Frank’s father-in-law, Dale Toepperwein. The complex blend of ingredients is available in 16-ounce jars of Tangy Mild and Zesty Hot.

“We’re three generations of hot-sauce makers,” Frank Isham said.

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