Jim started his culinary training in the late 1970’s, gaining a reputation for excellence that culminated in being named Executive Chef for a nationally known hotel chain renowned for fine cuisine and service.

After facing health struggles resulting in a near-weeklong coma, he emerged with a newfound desire to provide seasonings that would enable everyone to create the highest level of culinary excellence at home, making cooking a joyful and rewarding experience - “restaurant quality meals at home”.

Our seasonings offer a burst of flavor for beef, poultry, fish, pork, venison and wild game. Vegans love our seasonings for vegetables and meat substitutes. Our Italian seasoning creates a luscious soup base, sauce seasoning and herbs to sprinkle on your salad.

What's our secret? Quality and flavor. No need for other spices – Smiling Jim’s Seasonings are all you need to enhance your own good cooking. Versatile in grilling, baking, or slow cooking, they elevate the flavor, making each dish a masterpiece.

For us, it’s not just products; it's about heart and soul. As a small, community-driven business, we've been fortunate to share our passion.

Jim’s nickname inspires our name, and our logo pays homage to his late friend, a Vietnam war veteran. For Jim, the story is about the quality and flavor of his seasonings, not about him.

We’re delighted with what we're doing, and we invite you to join us on this flavorful journey.