Salamander sauces spicing up the beach
our roots: A Journey from Garden to Gourmet
Where It Started:
I’m Tim Kavarnos—a simple soul with a taste for the extraordinary.
My journey into the world of flavor began in a small-town backyard garden. Among rows of Bulgarian Carrot chilis, Mirasols, and my beloved habaneros, I fell in love with the fiery kiss of heat and the symphony of flavor that could come with it.
That garden lit the spark. But it was behind the bar and in the dining rooms of some of New York City’s best restaurants where the fire really started to build.
What I Couldn't Find:
Surrounded by shelves of sauces from around the world, I tried them all—and still felt something was missing.
Too many were overpowered by vinegar. Too many went for heat without harmony. I wanted a hot sauce that could enhance a dish, not dominate it. Something bold, yes—but with flavor that could stand up to the heat and still shine through.
Building the Blend
Inspired by my garden and the city’s rich culinary culture, I set out to create what I couldn’t find.
It took time. Trial. Error. A lot of scorched taste buds. But eventually, I found it—a sauce that struck the right balance: flavorful, complex, and just the right kind of fire.
Friends and colleagues noticed. Bottles started disappearing. What began as a personal project turned into something bigger.
From Sauce to Story
The name Salamander Sauce isn’t just catchy—it means something.
In ancient myth, the salamander was believed to live within fire. It didn’t flee from heat—it adapted to it. Endured it. Transformed through it.
That’s what our sauces are built to do.
They’re crafted to withstand the fire without losing what matters: flavor, freshness, and integrity. Each bottle reflects that spirit—bold, balanced, and built to elevate.
What We Believe
This isn’t just hot sauce. This is flavor that survives the heat.
We partner with small farms. We craft in small batches. We skip the preservatives, hype, and shortcuts. Because quality doesn’t come fast—and flavor shouldn’t come second to fire.
Our sauces are made to be a staple, not a dare. They belong in your kitchen, your recipes, and your everyday meals.
“What survives the fire isn’t what’s burned—it’s what’s meant to last.”
From Garden to Gourmet
This story isn’t just about heat. It’s about tradition, transformation, and the joy of discovering something real. Something that reminds us that what survives the fire isn’t what’s burned—it’s what’s meant to last.
Welcome to Salamander Sauce Co.