Phuong's Pepper Paste calls itself "a bold expression of Vietnamese tradition — made by hand, with family at heart." It began in the family kitchen, every batch is crafted by hand in small, shared kitchen spaces alongside other local makers, and the label art is by Phuong's daughter, Stella.
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