chefdonya (donya's preserves)
Vendor
I produce small-batch, chef-made preserves inspired by Persian culinary heritage and my professional kitchen experience in Vancouver. Using locally sourced BC fruits and vegetables whenever possible, my products focus on natural flavor, balanced sweetness, and traditional methods, made without preservatives or additives. Each jar is handcrafted to offer farmers market shoppers a distinctive, high-quality product designed to be enjoyed with everyday meals, cheese, and breads as a dessert or with sandwiches.
All preserves are produced in a licensed commercial kitchen following Food Safe and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Ingredients are inspected before use, produce is washed thoroughly, and all equipment is cleaned and sanitized before production. Products are prepared using standardized recipes to ensure consistency. Jars and lids are sterilized prior to filling, products are hot-filled and processed as required for each recipe, seals are verified, and every batch is labeled with a lot code and best-before date for traceability. Finished products are stored in a clean, dry environment until distribution.
Donya
Donya is the founder and chef behind Donya's Preserves, a Vancouver-based small-batch preserves company inspired by Persian traditions and made with locally sourced BC ingredients. With over 18 years of culinary and hospitality experience, Donya combines fine-dining techniques with family recipes to create handcrafted jams, chutneys, and pickles that celebrate bold flavors and seasonal produce. Every jar is made in small batches with simple ingredients, less sugar, and no added preservatives, bringing a taste of heritage and craftsmanship to every table.
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