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High School Graduate Spotlight

Congratulations to our 2021 Graduates

We are extremely happy to congratulate the members of our team that are graduating this year.

We love all of our team members here at Dutch Country General Store and we’re blessed to be able to share these major milestones with them. Congratulations to the class of 2021!

Wilson Brennemann

Wilson Brennemann is graduating from Palmyra High School in Palmyra, MO. He started working at Dutch Country General Store in June of 2020 and is part of our stocking and inventory management team at our Hannibal location. Wilson will attend Truman State University in Kirksville, MO to study Business/Finance.

Wilson's favorite thing about working at DCGS is the workplace culture that Dutch County provides.

"We are a family. It makes going to work fun and enjoyable."

The team has developed relationships that go farther than just the workplace. We have become friends.

Wilson is quiet, but has such a fun wit that will just sneak up and surprise you in a great way! He is always willing to help with any project and he is so great at interacting with customers when he happens to be on the floor stocking. You can often find him taking a minute from his work to have a great conversation with our store visitors.

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Jay Froah

Jay Froah has been in Order Fulfillment with Dutch Country General Store for 2 years. After graduation, he plans to attend Faith Baptist Bible College for 2 years of Biblical Studies.

Jay’s favorite thing about Dutch Country has been the ability to try and learn new things.

“My time here has given me multiple different job opportunities.”

Lately, Jay can be found in our warehouse processing online orders (a.k.a. playing with stuffed animals and resisting the urge to eat all the food). He also enjoys interacting with customers at the register and on the poly furniture lot. Jay consistently brings a positive attitude and strong work ethic to any department he works in. We are so grateful to have someone like Jay on our team. He contributes to the uplifting and loving environment we strive for!

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Xander Price

Xander Price is a Warehouse Associate and has been with Dutch Country General store for 2 years. After graduation, he plans to attend Indian Hills Community College for business trades.

Xander loves that his job allows him to drive to various locations and interact with different people.

"I really enjoyed driving products and materials around to different sites. It is fun to help a company grow!"

Xander is one of the silent engineers who work to keep all the rides roaring at our 'amusement park'! Primarily working behind the scenes in the warehouse or driving around, Xander is one of the hardest-working people you could ever meet. He is usually pretty quiet and likes to just come in and work, but anyone lucky enough to catch a Xander smile is sure to have their day brightened! We love having Xander on the team and are excited to celebrate his work with the whole town!

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At Dutch Country General Store, our team members are like family - so when it comes to important milestones like high school graduation, we could not be happier for Wilson, Jay, and Xander. We are excited to see what the future holds for these bright, young individuals. If you see them around, be sure to congratulate them!

New Products

New Products Added to our Website!

Have you noticed the new products added to our website?

We are excited here at Dutch Country General Store to share the new products and product lines we have been adding to our website over the last few months! Below are just some of the new treats you'll find throughout the website. From old-fashioned candy, hearty snacks to unique puzzles, we have a variety of new and exciting items for sale. Many of these have been in our brick-and-mortar- stores for some time but others are new to Dutch Country General Store such as Timber Ridge Beef Stick, which have become an employee favorite!

Featuring New Brands

Newly Added Food, Snacks, & Spices

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Timber Ridge Beef Sticks & Jerky

Timber Ridge Original Snack Stick

Timber Ridge Snack Sticks come in a variety of delicious flavors. All beef is prepared using the smoked meat process to deliver our high omega 3 beef to the consumer because of its use of low heat. Expo- sure to high heat will convert healthy fats into trans-fats. To keep product lean and to ensure exceptional quality, Timber Ridge takes no steaks or roasts from our beef. All meat used in products is trimmed to 90% lean. No refrigeration needed, can be safely enjoyed while camping, traveling, or in a packed lunch. These snack sticks contain no MSG and celery juice has been substituted for sodium nitrite.

Weavers Dutch Country Seasonings

Weaver's Dutch Country Seasoning Campfire Grilling Dust

Local Favorite!


Our Weavers Dutch Country Seasonings is now available on our website! These tasty spices have been available in our stores for some time and we are excited to now be able to offer them online! We sell over 10 unique flavors, enjoy!

Newly Added Gluten-Free Products

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We are excited to now offer gluten-free options! Browse the many different mixes now gluten-free Click Here! Below are some of our favorites.

Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Steel Cut Oats

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    Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Steel Cut Oats

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Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Almond Flour

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    Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Almond Flour

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Breton Gluten Free White Bean Salt & Pepper Crackers

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    Breton Gluten Free White Bean Salt & Pepper Crackers

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Breton Gluten Free Black Bean Onion & Garlic Crackers

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    Breton Gluten Free Black Bean Onion & Garlic Crackers

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Newly Added Old Fashioned Candy

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Looking for those hard-to-find unique old-fashioned candies and gum from the past? We have them, below are just a few of our favorites but you can Click Here to browse all!

Clove Chewing Gum

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    Clove Chewing Gum

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Spangler Necco Wafers

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Spangler Necco Candy Buttons

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Razzles Candy Chewing Gum

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Newly Added Puzzles

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Did you know that we have a large selection of puzzles for adults? We have a variety of jigsaw puzzles ranging from beautiful scenes, landscapes and, countrysides to fun Americana-themed puzzles! Below are some of the newest additions from our large selection. Click here to browse all!

White Mountain Puzzles Home Sweet Home

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White Mountain Puzzles Harbor Fun

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    White Mountain Puzzles Harbor Fun

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White Mountain Puzzles Old Candy Store

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White Mountain Puzzles Hot Air Balloons

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    White Mountain Puzzles Hot Air Balloons

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Hope To See Ya Real Soon!

We hope you enjoy these new products added to our website! Check back as we will surely add more soon, and if you are in the neighborhood be sure to stop by our Hannibal, Missouri, or Bloomfield, Iowa locations!

Hannibal Store Celebrates One Year!

Who knew we would be opening our store in a pandemic?

Who knew we would be opening our Hannibal store in a global pandemic! When we started the buildout of the new store COVID was just making news globally and no one had any idea of the impact it would have on everything. Some folks asked us if we would postpone the opening, but after we saw the need for some of our essential baking supplies and other grocery items we continued full steam ahead. We were happy to be able to supply these items to many people that may not have otherwise had access to them. Our team stepped up and really did great work during a very complicated time.

Hannibal, Missouri is a special place. There is no doubt about it. The amount of history in the town, the number of visitors coming in to explore it, and the close-knit community downtown, make it the perfect fit for a Dutch Country General Store. We love being a part of it all! Hannibal is filled to the brim with warm and wonderful people.

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"We have been welcomed with open arms and we couldn't be more thankful or happier." - Levi

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The Sky is the limit for Dutch Country General Store

We always say that the sky is the limit and it's true. We have many exciting plans to keep building the company and bringing our special Dutch Country Way to more of the country. Our catalog keeps growing and our website is always busy. People like to enjoy the simpler things in life, and we want to keep bringing a slice of that to them.

We are always rolling out new products and working with new partners with our merchandise. We have some exciting new wood toys produced by a fine company out of Vermont that are coming to stores soon. We also just added Timber Ridge snack sticks and jerky to our line-up. They use locally sourced beef from the pastures of central Iowa to produce a more nutritious and healthy snack than most jerky companies. And we are just now rolling out a new line of baby gifts - perfect for all those baby showers coming up! (Did I mention my wife is having our fifth child any day now?)

Levi and Family

Our Grand Opening and Getting the "Wow" Factor

Grand Opening Hannibal
Grand Opening Hanibal
Hannibal Tractor Parade
Hannibal Tractor Parade- Grand Opening

As I think back on the last year, one of my favorite experiences was opening day last April. I always get excited when the first customers walk through the door and we get to see the first "WOW" from them. It's a payoff for the hours and hours of hard work that it takes to get there. I also had a great time at our official grand opening event - the tractor parade was really neat and I always enjoy judging our Dutch Country Kitchen baking contest! We can't wait for more events to come in 2021, in April we will be having Levi's Crazy Days, so keep an eye out for all of those crazy deals. We hope to see ya real soon!

Make Easter Unforgettable with Piper’s Homemade Chocolates!

Tradition is everything.

Make Easter Unforgettable with Piper’s Homemade Chocolates! Piper’s Grocery and Homemade Candies has been on the northeast corner of the Chariton, Iowa square for well over 100 years. Piper's has come to be a bit of a local landmark.

With its red and white awning, high tin ceiling, and original wood floors, it has been an integral part of southern Iowa history and a purveyor of high-quality merchandise for many decades now. Utilizing the same recipes and candy-making techniques, the Easter Egg collection is a favorite and is sure to please!

Taking pride in what matters most.

Starting with the freshest ingredients and using time-tested recipes, Piper’s Homemade Chocolates are made almost entirely by hand. The end result are delicious treats that have been enjoyed by generations of Piper’s customers.  Whether new to us or an old friend, we hope you will enjoy them too. 

Piper's, like Dutch Country General Store, takes pride in its commitment to great customer service, and the products they sell. We are pleased to bring you their delicious chocolates and other treats in our stores and on our website! Jill (owner of Piper's) recently joined Dutch Country Kitchen during the Holiday Entertaining Special where we learned all about their rich history, and how to dip chocolate too!

Delicious treats that are sure to please.

One of the most popular items is Piper’s Classic Assortment of Chocolates. We are happy to offer these now on our website! Each set is filled with delicious handmade favorites such as: turtles, toffee, caramel rolls, dark chocolate dipped mints and nut clusters.  There are approximately 24 pieces per pound and you can choose from a variety of sizes ranging from .5lb up to 5lbs.

Piper's Easter Egg

Piper’s Candy Easter Eggs for Easter!

If you take a trip to one of our stores in Bloomfield, Iowa, or Hannibal, Missouri, you’ll also find seasonal in-store favorites - such as Piper’s Candy Easter Eggs. Piper’s Candy has been making these chocolate Easter Eggs since the very beginning of their candy-making endeavors.

These delectable eggs consist of a chocolate shell and are filled with a fun surprise - each chocolate egg is filled with Piper’s Chocolates! You’ll find 1lb and 2lb options in-store. Each is packaged in lovely display boxes. These make adorable additions to any Easter basket. They are almost as beautiful as they are delicious.

We hope to see ya real soon!

Whether you’re in the neighborhood, making a special trip to see us, or shopping with us online, we hope you find everything you’re looking for! Piper’s Chocolates are the perfect homemade treat for the Easter season - but honestly, they are perfect for any occasion! Stop on in, give us a call at 844.344.0031, or shop with us online - we’d be happy to help you find exactly what you’re looking for!

How to Clean & Season Cast Iron Cookware

How to Care For Cast Iron Cookware

What is the best way to care for my cast iron cookware?

We are asked a lot on our customer service line and in our stores all of the time "How to Clean & Season Cast Iron Cookware"? So we thought we better refer to Erica Good, Co-Owner and Family Dining Expert for our Dutch Country Kitchen cooking show to find out what is the best way to care for cast iron. We hope you find the tips and tricks helpful in caring for yours!

Erica Good Family Dining Expert
Erica Good Family Dining Expert

Does my cast iron skillet come pre-seasoned?

Yes, all sold at Dutch Country General Store are pre-seasoned! If you have purchased your cast iron skillet or other cookware from Dutch Country General Store, often you'll want to know what to do next.

As Erica explains it you can simply rinse and dry your cast iron piece before using it the first time. If you are interested in double-seasoning your cast iron put 1/4 cup vegetable oil in my new cast iron piece and bake it. I bake it upside down at 350° for 30 minutes or so, just to "double-season" it. Grapeseed oil is another great option to use as well. I usually use vegetable oil because that is what I have on hand."

So can we use soap and water on cast iron, that is the age-old question?

In season 1 of Dutch Country Kitchen Erica used a large cast iron skillet to cook with for the delicious supreme pizza episode. We have received many questions on how to clean the skillet after making such recipes as pizza and other heavy ingredients in the cast iron.

Tip from Erica Good - DO NOT place in dishwasher; but, yes, I handwash mine with some hot soapy water. Then I rinse it and place it on my drying rack, where it can "drip-dry" quickly. Really, the more you use your cast iron, the more it seasons itself and achieves the magical "nonstick" quality everyone desires. It becomes easier to wash after it's been well-seasoned from lots of use.

More Tips & Tricks from Erica

  • If you love your cast iron, it'll love you.
  • For baking with cast iron, I like to apply a thin layer of vegetable oil to the piece versus spraying with Pam. Simply get a paper towel, fold it up a little, dump some oil into it and then grease down your cast iron piece. Now you are ready to put your product in for baking.
  • For frying, I like to use a metal turner, not a plastic one. The metal turner just seems to keep the food from sticking.

What if my cast iron is Not Pre-Seasoned?

Set your oven to 350 degrees and be sure to put 1/4 cup vegetable oil or grapeseed oil in the new cast iron piece and bake it. Do this for 30 minutes or so in order to season the pan.

Be careful to keep your pan dry but if after some time you see any rust first see if it will wash off with hot soap and water. If that doesn't work, do a quick "re-seasoning" by rubbing 1/4 c. oil in your cast iron piece and baking upside down for 30 minutes or so at 350°.

It will love you back

You'll find many options for cast iron cookware and even some decorative items on our website and in both of our stores! If you have any questions at all on the care of your cast iron please call us at customer support at 844.344.0031! We hope our tips and tricks have helped in taking care of your very own cast iron cookware. And as Erica Good said so well, "if you love your cast iron, it will love you". Hope to see you real soon!

Healthy Snacks from Dutch Country General Store

Options for healthy snacks at Dutch Country General Store

Healthy & Delicious Too!

If you are looking for a healthy option especially for a snack then you have come to the right place! Dutch Country General Store may have fresh baked goods and of course a large selection of nostalgic candy but we also have a good selection of healthy snacks too! We have anything from locally made honey, fresh ground peanut butter to snack mixes including savory nut mixes and dried fruits! 

We’ve put together our list of essential snack items that we are sure to please most anyone! Don’t forget - orders over $25 ship free!

Dried Fruit (Available in 1lb and 5lb)

We offer a large selection of dried fruits! Dried fruits are great because they are a sweet treat but full of fiber and antioxidants! If you are looking for something for your sweet tooth but want to keep it healthy dried ginger or the dried pineapple tidbits are always a good choice! Below is a small sample of some of our other in-store favorites!

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    Kiwi Strawberry Blend

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    Dried Blueberries

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    Dried Cranberries (Soft & Moist)

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    Dried Strawberries

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Fresh Ground Natural Peanut Butters (Available in half-pint, pint, and quart)

Who doesn't love fresh ground peanut butter? At both of our brick and mortar stores and also on our website we offer a variety of different flavors. Makes eating apples, celery, bananas, and pretzels, so much more fun and flavorful! Our original natural fresh ground peanut butter is great because it has less sugar than most other store-bought peanut butter! Below are some of our most popular fresh ground options!

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    Fresh Ground Natural Peanut Butter

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    Fresh Ground Butterscotch Peanut Butter

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    Fresh Ground Natural Peanut Butter

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Nuts (MOST available in 1lb and 5lb)

Try one of our many different roasted and salted nuts! These are great because they are more filling than other snack options, with a hint of salt and roasted to perfection, they are an easy healthy treat! Nuts include good fats, proteins, fiber, and other nutrients!

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Snack Mixes (Available in 1lb and 5lb)

Looking for something a little more healthy than chips? Try one of our many different nut snack mixes! These are great because they are more filling with nuts and often dried fruits, pretzels, and more. Such a great alternative and delicious too!

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Pure Honey Products

Natural, Pure, Raw Honey, we have it! Such a great source of Vitamins & Minerals not to mention an excellent Source of Healthy Energy. Honey can often also be an immune booster! Try some of the most popular honey products we have included below. Our full line of Prue Honey Products can also be found here!

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    Pure Bee Pollen Granules 8oz

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    Gourmet Raw Chunk Honey

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    Honey Sticks Assorted Flavors

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Are you hungry yet?

If you are still looking for something that is a healthier choice for an afternoons snack, browse our Snacks & Popcorn to see our full line of snack products, we know you are sure to find something to strike your fancy! Don't worry, if you find yourself adding our Amish-made fudge to your list, we won't tell!

We hope to see you real soon!

Season’s Greetings at the End of 2020

Season's Greetings from Dutch Country General Store

Hello Friends

Season’s Greetings at the End of 2020

First, I want to thank you for your great support through a unique and unprecedented year. As we all can agree, nothing about 2020 has been normal, but we appreciate, from the bottom of our hearts, the kindness you’ve expressed. We also appreciate all the orders, via phone, mail, and online, that you’ve placed with us. You have kept us ticking in this most unusual time. We are forever grateful.

Hannibal Grand Opening & Bloomfield 8th Annual Celebration

Amidst all the new adventures this year, we were still honored to be able to open our newest location of Dutch Country General Store in historic Hannibal, Missouri last April. We feel very blessed to have our new store located in downtown alongside the many other stores of “America’s Hometown”. If you haven’t visited Hannibal, be sure to add it to your list for 2021! Alongside our grand opening celebration, we also celebrated 8 years at our flagship store in Bloomfield, Iowa. It’s been an honor serving the area and we look forward to many more glorious years.

Bloomfield Dutch Country General Store
Hannibal Dutch Country General Store

Giving Back to our Communities

As with every year, we feel that giving back to our community is one of our most important jobs. This year, with the pandemic happening, we were elated to donate 300 fresh baked cinnamon rolls to the Buddy Pack Program for the Hannibal Alliance for Youth Success and Hannibal Public School District #60. The program is amazing and feeds hundreds of kids in the area. During times like these, it’s important we do what we can for others - we were humbled to be a part of the efforts.

We also donated to various other organizations during the year, including the Salvation Army Food Bank, the iCare Program, the Great River Honor Flight, Wreaths Across America, Shop with a Cop, Hannibal Arts Council, and many more. We even sponsored video calls with Santa!

We Launched our Summer & Holiday Catalogs

Earlier in the year we also launched our premiere catalog and we were very happy to hear that you enjoyed it. And now, it’s Christmas and we were graciously able to launch our second catalog just in time for the holidays! We have worked hard to highlight great new gift items, bring in new product selections from small family-owned businesses, offer more of your favorite product categories, and continue to keep our prices reasonable. Thank you to everyone who requested a copy and followed us through our first two editions.

Along with our first Christmas catalog came our first Christmas Memories contest. We received an outpouring of amazing photos shared by our readers which showcase some of their best Christmas Memories. It was heartwarming to see such great photos of days gone by. Thank you to everyone that submitted photos and shared their memories with us.

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Photo Contest Christmas Memories

Dutch Country Kitchen Season 2!

The Christmas season is one of my favorite times of year because it’s all about celebrating the birth of Christ and spending time with family... and good food! This year we were also able to launch new episodes of Dutch Country Kitchen which included new holiday entertaining recipes and tips from our hosts Billboard charting recording artist, Diana Upton-Hill, and my wife, Erica (who is also expecting our 5th child in April!). The Dutch Country Kitchen cooking show continues to grow and thrive and we truly enjoy sharing our traditional recipes with you all. We believe that breaking bread together as family and friends around the table is a valuable experience for everyone.

Blessed with Continued Growth

We continue to ship products across the nation now more than ever, which include many of our new lines of products launched in 2020. A few of which include Elmwood Inn Teas, Whiskey Boat Goods Candles, and Ohio Stoneware. Our partnerships with these small, family-owned companies are very important to us and we’ll be doing more of them in the coming years. We were also happy to be able to add more products from our storefronts to our website such as puzzles and home decor. All of our great customers, both in-store and online, are truly a blessing to us.

For us, it’s never about just selling things, it’s about helping you create memories in special times! We are humbled to earn your business and we can’t wait to see what 2021 has in store!

Many Christmas Blessings to You and Yours,

Rada Cutlery Buying Guide

What makes Rada Cutlery the best?

About Rada Cutlery

This Rada Cutlery Buying Guide highlights all you need to know! We love Rada Cutlery because it’s made in the USA - right here in Iowa. They have been making top-quality cutlery since 1948 and every single piece includes a lifetime guarantee. Every piece comes with the option of black or brushed aluminum handles and their designs are not only stylish but extremely functional, making them a must-have for every kitchen.

We’ve put together our list of essential individual Rada pieces, a list of our top-selling gift sets, and a list of sets that contain multiples of pieces you’re sure to need more than one of. Our Rada section contains many more options and don’t forget - orders over $25 ship free!

Rada Essentials - Individual pieces essential for every kitchen.

These kitchen essentials are sure to be pieces you’ll need when cooking, baking, and everything in-between. From utility knives perfect for cutting vegetables to paring knives perfect for prepping garnishes, you name it, Rada probably offers it! These 15 kitchen classics are sure to be items you need to complete your cutlery collection.

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The Cook’s Utility Knife features a 4 ¾-inch blade that gives you a medium-sized knife that handles like a paring knife. This knife easily slices and dices vegetables as well as meat and seafood.

Also available in our black handle design.

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    Peeling Paring Knife Silver

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The Peeling Paring Knife is your go-to blade for preparing garnishes and other cutting that requires great attention to detail.

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    Black SSR Deluxe Peeler

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The Deluxe Vegetable Peeler will peel a wide variety of foods such as carrots, cucumbers, or potatoes and even larger vegetables such as corn on the cob or egg plant. The secret to this being the best vegetable peeler you can buy is in the ingenious swiveling design, which utilizes a dual-edged blade for both right and left-handed cooks.

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    Carving Fork Silver

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The Carving Fork is designed with long prongs to be used in the carving and lifting of cooked meats.

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    PIZZA CUTTER

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The Pizza Cutter’s one-sided tapered ground blade has a rugged cutting edge that makes short work of stubborn crust while maintaining sharpness over countless uses. It allows you to make clean, effortless cuts through pizza, bread dough, homemade pasta, quesadillas, herbs, and desserts such as giant cookies.

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    Black SSR Granny Paring

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The Granny Paring Knife is the smallest knife made by Rada Cutlery. It’s a useful little tool that is perfect for an array of tasks. With its compact size, this small paring knife is great for peeling, particularly when you need a knife that allows for a degree of finesse when cutting. It easily cuts fruits, vegetables, or any food that requires a knife during preparation.

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    Serrated Slicer Silver

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The Serrated Slicer is designed to easily slice through larger vegetables and fruits as well as meat. This knife features a serrated, 7-inch blade with a wide, sharp, double-sided edge.

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    SERRATED STEAK

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The Serrated Steak Knife is one of the most popular Rada knives and for good reason; it’s the best way to get perfect cuts of the meat you love. Name a meat, and this will cut through it with ease; beef, chicken, pork, lamb, turkey, if it needs slicing, this knife’s saw-like edge will get the job done.

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    TOMATO SLICER

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The world-famous Rada Tomato Slicer is the ideal knife for slicing tomatoes, fruits, vegetables, and much more! The dual-serrated blade allows cooks of all skill levels to make a clean, straight cut through tomatoes every time, leading to beautiful slices of delicious tomatoes whenever you want. This knife will make short work of nearly any food that needs cutting or slicing!

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    Ham Slicer Silver

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The Ham Slicer features a 9 ½ in. blade that easily slices through larger meats such as hams, loins, and roasts. It also comes in handy with large foods such as cakes, melons, and more!

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    SPATULA

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The Rada Spatula is a classic utensil with a thousand uses, and you’ll find yourself reaching for it just as many times. A sturdy ridge at the base means added stability, making it perfect for both cooking and serving. You’ll find it possible to remove even the stickiest foods from the pan with ease.

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    PIE SERVER SERR.

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No kitchen is complete without the Rada Serrated Pie Server, the premier kitchen utensil for serving your favorites. This stainless steel pie server is designed with a wide, serrated edge that makes it ideal for cutting and serving delectable desserts. Pies, round cakes, even pizzas, and quiches.

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    ICE CREAM SCOOP

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The Rada Ice Cream Scoop is a simple, perfect way to serve everyone’s favorite frozen treat. Featuring a 4 ½ inch handle, this stainless steel ice cream scoop will never bend. The specially designed stub nose wedge pierces the thickest ice cream.

Also available in our black handle design.

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    KNIFE SHARPENER

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The Rada Quick Edge Knife Sharpener is an indispensable tool that will keep your kitchen knives at their best. Simply take the knife you want sharpened and pull the blade between the wheels four to six times. Wipe off the blade to remove any metal shavings, and you’re done! The knife will now be as sharp as when it left the factory.

Browse Our Full Line of Rada Cutlery!

All Rada Cutlery is made in the USA.

*Care tip: We recommend always hand-washing your Rada’s cutlery. This prevents imperfections from forming on the blades’ cutting edge, prevents contact with abrasive dishwasher detergents, and helps protect your cutlery from corrosion. A good cleaning option is Bar Keepers Friend - Metal Cleaner and Polish.

Perfectly Crafted Gift Sets from Rada Cutlery

If you’re not sure which individual item to purchase, then a gift set is the perfect solution! These cost-effective sets are thoughtfully prepared and offer all the pieces you need for your regular and unique kitchen tasks. Do you know someone that loves to cook or bake? These sets make perfect gifts as well. Packaged in beautiful gift boxes, they make perfect gifts for bridal showers, weddings, holidays or housewarming parties!

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The Prepare Then Carve Set comes with everything you need to carve meats including the Regular Paring Knife, the Slicer, the Utility Steak Knife, and the Carving Fork.

Also available in our black handle design.

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    Wedding Register Gift Set Silver

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What to get for the newlyweds? Look no further than the Rada Wedding Register Gift Set Silver! This set provides the happy couple with the highest quality kitchen utensils, which includes four top-quality knives suited for a variety of tasks in the kitchen.

Also available in our black handle design.

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    Meal Prep Set Silver

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The Meal Prep Set is designed with the average meal preparation in mind. There are three sizes of paring knives including the Granny Paring knife, the Heavy Duty Paring knife, and the Super Parer Knife to cut and slice virtually any food imaginable. Also included in this set is the beloved Rada Vegetable Peeler.

Also available in our black handle design.

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    Paring Plus Sharpener Set Silver

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The Paring Plus Sharpener Set is a wonderful cooking gift and includes the Heavy Duty Paring Knife, the Super Parer, and Knife Sharpener.

Also available in our black handle design.

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    Ultimate Utensil Gift Set (Black)

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The Ultimate Utensil Set comes with an Ice Cream Scoop, Pizza Cutter, Serrated Pie Server, and Spatula. Made with high-quality steel these are some of the most popular Rada products all found in one set.

Also available in our silver handle design.

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    Sensational Serrations Set Silver

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Rada’s Sensational Serrations Gift Set includes the Serrated Paring Knife, Tomato Slicer, and the 6” Bread Knife. The perfect gift for sandwich lovers.

Also available in our black handle design.

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    The Starter Gift Set

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The Starter Gift Set comes with seven fantastic knives including the Regular Paring, Vegetable Peeler, Tomato Slicer, Super Parer, 6″ Bread Knife, Cook’s Knife, and the classic Slicer. All together this set is a great representation of what Rada Cutlery is all about, high quality and well-rounded.

Also available in our black handle design.

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Our Starter Set 7 Piece #2 completes your initial gift set and adds seven more of the best kitchen knives Rada Cutlery offers. The set includes Cheese Knife, Granny Paring, Heavy Duty Paring, Utility/Steak, Cook’s Utility, Stubby Butcher, and Serrated Slicer.

Also available in our black handle design.

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    Knife Gift Set

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 This is the perfect Rada Knife Set to replace some of your old, worn out and dull knives! This set includes the Tomato Knife, Peeler, Granny Parer, Regular Parer, Serrated Paring, 2 Peeling Paring, Heavy Duty Paring, and Super Parer.

Also available in our silver handle design.

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This gift set is the ultimate selection of the most popular Rada Cutlery items! It includes 6 Steak Knives, Slicer Knife, Fork, Regular Paring, Vegetable Peeler, Tomato Slicer, Super Parer, 6″ Bread Knife, Cook’s Knife, Slicer Knife, Ice Cream Scoop, Pizza Cutter, Serrated Pie Server, Spatula, Cheese Knife, Granny Paring, Heavy Duty Paring, Utility/Steak Knife, Cook’s Utility, Stubby Butcher, and Serrated Slicer.

Also available in our black handle design.

Multiples - Enough pieces for the whole family!

There are certain pieces you just need more than one of - so Rada Cutlery offers these handy sets that include duplicate pieces for use day after day. Each set comes in a well-crafted box ideal for storage.

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    GIFT SET 6 SERR. STEAK KNIVES

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The Rada Serrated Steak Knives Gift Set gives you plenty of the best steak knife on the market! These steak knives are designed with a small, sharp, single-sided serrated edge. This means they easily cut your favorite meats, even ones with tough cooks and cuts.

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    Utility Steak Knives Set of 6 Silver

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The Utility Steak Knives Set offers multiples of a knife that not only easily cuts through steak but is a great knife for food preparation. Use these knives in the kitchen to chop and slice or on your kitchen table with your dinner place setting.

Rada Cutlery is Guaranteed for Life

Whether you’re shopping for yourself, or looking for the perfect gift for someone else, Rada is sure to please. Their high-quality cutlery is the perfect gift for any occasion. Don’t forget that all Rada items come with a lifetime guarantee, so you never have to worry about the longevity of this investment.

We hope our Rada Cutlery Buying Guide was helpful! Did you know that Rada Cutlery also carries items like cutting boards, fillet knives, and non-scratch spatulas. There are so many options to choose from - you’re sure to find the perfect item you’re looking for.

If you want to see many of these products "in action" visit DutchCountryKitchen.com to watch co-hosts Diana Upton-Hill and Erica Goode use Rada Cutlery to craft their delicious seasonal recipes. For example, from Season 1, their Charcuterie Board!

Happy shopping from all of us at Dutch Country General Store!

The Best Gift Sets for Anyone on Your List

Thoughtful, unique, and perfect for parents, siblings, roommates, friends, or anyone on your list!

"The Best Gift Sets for Anyone on Your List" is a list of hand-selected top 8 gift sets from a variety of categories and price points, so you’re sure to find that perfect gift for that special someone. Looking for a gift for someone who likes to cook? We’ve got you covered! Maybe someone who values their self-care routine? We can help! Feel free to click on each item to learn more. Don’t forget - Dutch Country General Store offers free shipping on overs over $25+, so all of these items ship free!

Our Top 8 Gift Sets for the 2020 Holiday Season

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Tiny Sampler Jams (Assorted) Highlights

  • This sampler pack has a variety of delicious spreads sure to please any jam-lover you know.
  • This assortment features 1.5 ounce jars of Strawberry Jam, Black Raspberry Jam, Rhubarb Strawberry Jam, Elderberry Jelly, Hot Pepper Jelly, and Peanut Butter Spread.!
  • Did we mention all-natural ingredients?

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Vintage 16pc Dinnerware Starter Set Highlights

  • Our selection of Enamelware is easy to clean, shatterproof and lightweight for outdoor and indoor eating.
  • All products are handmade using a long crafted enamel process, then hand-dipped multiple times in a porcelain base, which allows for unsurpassable durability.
  • This set includes 4 mugs, 4 salad plates, 4 salad bowls, and 4 dinner plates.

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The Starter Rada Gift Set & Deluxe Rada Kitchen Gift Set Highlights

  • Whether you choose the Starter Gift Set, or the Deluxe Kitchen Gift Set, giving the gift of Rada is always a great idea. All cutlery is made in the USA and includes a lifetime guarantee.
  • All Rada items and gift sets are offered in black or brushed aluminum handles so you can choose the color that best suits your recipient. These two gift sets are among our best sellers.
  • The Starter Rada Gift Set comes with seven fantastic knives including the Regular Paring, Vegetable Peeler, Tomato Slicer, Super Parer, 6″ Bread Knife, Cook’s Knife, and the classic Slicer.
  • The Deluxe Rada Kitchen Gift Set includes 6 Steak Knives, 1 Slicer Knife, 1 Fork, 1 Regular Paring, 1 Vegetable Peeler, 1 Tomato Slicer, 1 Super Parer, 1 6″ Bread Knife, 1 Cook’s Knife, 1 Slicer Knife, 1 Ice Cream Scoop, 1 Pizza Cutter, 1 Serrated Pie Server, 1 Spatula, 1 Cheese Knife, 1 Granny Paring, 1 Heavy Duty Paring, 1 Utility/Steak Knife, 1 Cook’s Utility, 1 Stubby Butcher, and 1 Serrated Slicer.

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Cast Iron Skillet 3pc Set Highlights

  • Our Cast Iron Skillet 3 Pc Set is perfect for all your cooking needs.
  • Great for home-cooked meals or camping over a fire.
  • This set includes the 3 sizes you’re sure to need - 6-inch, 8-inch, and 10inch!

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    Old Fashioned Popcorn Popper with Variety Popcorn

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Old Fashioned Popcorn Popper with Variety Popcorn Highlights

  • Our Old Fashioned Popcorn Popper with Variety Popcorn stirs popcorn in the bottom of the pan by use of a hand crank at the end of the handle.
  • This popper can be used on any stove or you can take it camping with you too!
  • It also comes with 3 varieties of popcorn to get you started.
  • Nothing really compares to stove popped popcorn the old fashioned way!

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    Splatter Enamelware 3pc Mixing Bowl Set

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Splatter Enamelware 3pc Mixing Bowl Set Highlights

  • Our Splatter Enamelware 3pc Mixing Bowl Set is perfect for cooking in the kitchen or around the campfire - these bowls are extremely versatile.
  • Like all of our Enamelware, all products are handmade and dipped multiple times.
  • This set comes with 3 bowls in 3 different sizes and you’re able to choose from 5 different eye-catching colors! 

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    Wade’s Powder 3 Pack

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Wade's Powder 3 Pack Highlights

  • Wade’s Powder was founded on their love for quality food.
  • This set offers three varieties of powders that will enhance your vegetables, seafood, poultry, game, and any other meat you prepare.
  • Also try it on soup, salad, or casserole! 3-8 oz. bottles.

Build Your Own Gift Set

If you’re looking for something a little more customizable, we have the perfect solution for you and have put together "build your own gift set" options.

  • These top-selling items are great for mixing-and-matching to make your own, completely custom, gift set.
  • Many items have scent and flavor variations, so you have a multitude of options to choose from.
  • Choose 3, choose 5, choose them all - the choice is yours! 

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    Whiskey Boat Goods Candle – Apple Maple Bourbon

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    Elmwood Inn Fine Tea Indian Chai Black Tea

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We Hope to See You Real Soon!

At Dutch Country General Store, our mission is to provide our patrons fine, authentic goods and services, coupled with an inspired nostalgic experience reminiscent of simpler days gone by. Our goal is to help you find what you’re looking for, so if you need help with your holiday shopping, we'd love to help! You can contact us anytime on our contact page or call us at 844.344.0031, Monday-Friday 9 am-6 pm, or Saturday 8 am-5 pm.

We hope you all have a safe and happy holiday season!

General Store Summer Catalog

It’s the Little Things (Even In A Pandemic)

Optimism is Contagious...

In the last several months things have gotten a little wild in the world. I'm sure you've noticed! It's important to see the big picture and not hide your head in the sand, I don't like to let most anything get me down. They say I'm an optimist... sometimes to a fault. But as a business owner during this pandemic, I'm not sure what I would do if I didn't have a sense of hope. There are new challenges every day! Getting to serve our wonderful customers (including many new faces all over the country!) in the last several months keeps bringing a smile to my face every day.

A First Time for Everything

We've gotten notes about how much our products have brought families together, which is so very important in these trying times. Whether it's the recently laid off single dad using our yeast to take his first stab at baking bread for the first time out in New Jersey, or the "usually too busy" family that just discovered how much fun it can be to sit down together and put a puzzle together.

These are the reasons we have kept working so hard, often almost around the clock. We've hired more people in our warehouse and our customer service department. We've done everything we can to make sure you get what you need to make your "at home" time the best it can be.

It's the Little Things...

That said, what I'm noticing from our customers and even our staff, is that they are telling me about the little things they are finding new joy in. You see, it's not always about the big and exciting things, but it's about the simple little things that truly make life more complete. I like to think that is what Dutch Country General Store is all about.

The little things. The little things that make life simply better. Whether it's the homemade Mrs. Miller's jam you put on your toast in the morning, the special Whiskey Boat Goods Candle with a scent that brings back fond memories, or that toy from your childhood that's just too perfect not to share with the next generation.  These are the little things. Celebrating them with the ones you care for, the ones you love can make all the difference.

The Dutch Country General Store Catalog...

As our first-ever catalog is now hitting mailboxes, it's been a true labor of love. I hope you'll flip through its pages and let us send something to your home that's just perfect to share with your family. Something that will bring back old memories, make new memories, or just help make these odd times in our world a little brighter.  Even something little can make the day better.

Take care and stay healthy,

Dutch Country General Store Donation

CINNAMON ROLLS FOR THE KIDS

Last week we had the great pleasure of donating 300 of our FRESH BAKED CINNAMON ROLLS to the Buddy Pack Program for the Hannibal Alliance for Youth Success and Hannibal Public School District #60. The Buddy Pack Program feeds tons of kids everyday throughout the Hannibal, Missouri area and is very much needed, especially in times like these. There are many programs like it throughout the country. Probably a few in your neck of the woods, too.

During these crazy times we really need to focus on doing what we can for each other - big or small - everything (and everyone) can make a difference. There is no limit on how much we should "love thy neighbor" and we try to live by that rule everyday at Dutch Country General Store. What so many of us take for granted is the ability to eat a decent meal. (If you have had the privilege of eating my wife's cooking it's always a great meal!) But, so many kids out there don't always get a good meal, let alone a treat like a homemade style cinnamon roll. You probably know that we are almost famous for our selection of fresh baked items in our stores - pies, cinnamon rolls, cookies, breads, and more. We know the joy a happy, full belly can bring to folks and we wanted to share some of that joy with the kids.

I encourage you, now and always, count your blessings and see what you can do for your neighbors. Lend an ear, lend a hand, lend a dollar, or even a loaf of bread. It doesn't take much to make a big impact.

Hope to see you real soon!

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