• by Barbie Romero , March 4, 2025

They started 40 years ago and continue to be family owned. Can you guess which company makes the #1 carne asada seasoning according to the National Beef Council?

• Chef Merito seasonings was the official seasoning brand of the 2024 World Series Champions, the LA Dodgers, from 2013-2025.

• This Latino and family-founded business was started in 1985 by Phinio Garcia Jr., and continues to be tri-generational.

• They have an extensive range of spices and seasonings, carefully crafted and inspired from family recipes, crafted to elevate dishes to the next level.

• Their Steak and Meat Seasoning is the #1 carne asada seasoning among Hispanic families according to the National Beef Council.

• The brand was built on creating flavors of the community and works with Union Rescue Mission behind the scenes on a regular basis. During the recent devastation in LA, Chef Merito donated a portion of the proceeds from every Chef Merito Meat Seasoning Jar sold to the Dream Center.

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