Coast Packing Company

Spring Forward, Fat Back: Healthy Fats Coalition Celebrates March 21 as 2nd Annual National Healthy Fats Day

March 21, 2019

Under the auspices of the Healthy Fats Coalition and coinciding with the arrival of spring, March 21 marks the second annual #NationalHealthyFatsDay, a celebration of traditional healthy animal fats — pure lard, beef tallow, duck fat, goose fat and the like — that are enjoying a resurgence within America’s food culture, in restaurants, fast food operations and home kitchens.

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Healthy Fats Coalition and the NTA Celebrate March 21 as the 2nd Annual National Healthy Fats Day

March 21, 2019

National Healthy Fats Day is the brainchild of the HFC, a group of like-minded organizations, companies and individuals that have developed a new educational initiative dedicated to the proposition that healthy fats aren’t merely having a moment – they’re here to stay, as an essential part of the American diet.  Its mission is simple: affirm that animal fats deserve a central place in the American diet and in the popular imagination. National Healthy Fats Day is of one of three “healthy fat awareness” spots on the calendar, as designated by the HFC. 

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On National Pi Day, Official Observance Dedicated To a Mathematical Constant, Coast Packing Says Pie Crusts with Lard are a Gastronomic Constant

March 14, 2019

National Pi Day is upon us, and for those who see “pi” but think “pie” – as so many do -- lard remains the go-to ingredient for pie crusts, especially at those establishments showcased on a special Coast Packing Company online gastronomic #FatMap prepared for the occasion. Check it out here...

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As SXSW Kicks Off, Coast Packing’s ‘Taste the Difference’ #FatMaps Spotlight Austin Eateries, Singing Praises of Lard and Beef Tallow

March 5, 2019

SXSW starts soon and to mark the occasion, we are offering up a special online gastronomic #FatMap prepared expressly for the Austin event! In our latest installment of “Taste the Difference,” we are winding up our #FatMap tour of the Lone Star state, following up recent stops in Houston, Dallas and San Antonio.  While the 20 Austin eateries run the gamut of culinary styles, all include dishes prepared with lard and/or beef tallow.

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Rookie Drives—Jumping Into The NMCA’s Top Category Isn’t A Leap To Be Taken Lightly—We Talk To Two Guys Who Did Just That In 2018

February 25, 2019

Last year, Coast Packing Co.’s CEO Eric Gustafson and Indiana’s Jeff Rudolf joined the NMCA VP Racing Fuels Xtreme Pro Mod ranks, and Race Pages Digital decided to find out just what it took to get there, and how the experience compared to their previous efforts on track. Check it out!

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Eric R. Gustafson

February 20, 2019

Eric R. Gustafson is CEO of Coast Packing Company, the number one supplier of animal fat shortenings in the Western United States. Gustafson is the fourth generation in his family to own and operate Coast Packing.

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Ronald R. Gustafson

February 20, 2019

Ron Gustafson, a third-generation family member actively involved with Coast Packing Company (Coast), is President and Chairman of the Board.

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Chavis Ferguson

February 20, 2019

Chavis Ferguson, Director of Operations, has overall responsibility for production, quality assurance, maintenance, engineering, and customer service at Coast Packing.

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Washington A. Paredes

February 20, 2019

Washington A. Paredes serves as HR Manager for Coast Packing Company, a position he has held since May 2017.

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One Easy Way Restaurants Can Build Flavor and Attract Customers

February 13, 2019

Once the enemy of health-conscious diners, animal fats are now a welcome addition to restaurant menus. Learn how animal fats help restaurants build flavor and attract customers.

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