The Cedar Box

Every journey starts with a story.

Ours began beneath old Christmas decorations, a broken tackle box, and forty years of dust—waiting to be discovered.

Inside were faded photographs, handwritten recipes, old letters, and just enough questionable history to convince two lifelong friends they had stumbled onto something special.

The cedar box held more than recipes.

It held memories, traditions, and stories that deserved to be shared—not forgotten.

What started as curiosity became a passion. Two friends set out to preserve the flavors, history, and simple joy of gathering around a table with good food and good company.

We didn't inherit this story.

We were fortunate enough to find it.

And now, we'd like to share it with you.

See What is Inside

Meet Merle & Earl

Some say they were pitmasters.

Some say they were storytellers.

Most agree they never let the truth get in the way of a good tale.

Whether every story is true isn't really the point.

Pull up a chair.

We'll let you decide.

Meet Merle and Earl