North Country Smokehouse is actively involved with several industry-specific organizations like the North American Meat Institute, American Culinary Federation, and James Beard Foundation.
Stepping away from the smokers and into lively discussion with our peers and top chefs lets us truly understand what they’re passionate about, keeps us up to speed on industry trends, and allows us to respond with relevant products that exceed the expectations of this talented community.
North Country Smokehouse has been proudly recognized as 'America's Best Smoked Meat' by Yankee Magazine, 'America's Top 10 Best Bacons' by Men's Journal, and 'New England's Best Meat' by Yankee Magazine.
In 2009, North Country Smokehouse Owner Mike Satzow was presented with the Richard L. Knowlton Innovation Award, which honors a meat processing executive for demonstrating excellence in the areas of innovation, business success, leadership and industry contribution.
Since then, North Country Smokehouse has received accolades from Yankee Magazine, Men's Journal and Men's Health for our award winning bacon.
“North Country Smokehouse products are bold, balanced and versatile. For me, when I look at products and I compare them, it's about the story, it's about people who care about their craft as much as I care about mine.”
- Chef Chris Coombs, Boston Chops