Once Upon a Time...
In 1995, John Kaufhold- armed with a culinary background and years in foodservice- purchased a local restaurant in Ellsworth, Wisconsin, the Curd Capital of America. Determined to serve the very best, he began perfecting the breaded cheese curd.
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After sourcing fresh curds from Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery down the road, John hand-breaded and served them in his restaurant. They sold out almost instantly- sparking the idea that would become Kaufhold’s Kurds.
John soon partnered with his brother Scott to purchase the property next door, establishing the company’s first home. Built on craftsmanship and innovation, their mission was simple: deliver quality hand breaded cheese curds, the first in the market, with real Wisconsin cheese.
John soon partnered with his brother Scott to purchase the property next door, establishing the company’s first home. Built on craftsmanship and innovation, their mission was simple: deliver quality hand breaded cheese curds, the first in the market, with real Wisconsin cheese.
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Today, the next generation leads the way. John’s daughter, Renee Drummond, and her husband Anthony serve as President and CEO, guiding the company through strategic growth, including a move to a new production facility in 2017 and a major expansion in 2022.
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As the team has grown, so has Kaufhold’s vision. The product line now extends beyond the original hand-breaded cheese curd to a diverse range of bold flavors and innovative offerings, including the “Beyond the Curd” line and other specialty appetizers- while staying true to its commitment to quality and craftsmanship.
Our mission is to craft exceptional cheese curds and innovative appetizer products that bring people together. As a proud family-owned company rooted in our small-town community, we are committed to quality products and fostering a workplace where our employees feel valued.
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