Meet Gustus Vitae: From Venice Beach Farmer's Market to Oprah's Favorite Things

We're thrilled to introduce Gustus Vitae, a California crafter of all natural, sustainably sourced, Non-GMO gourmet infused sea salts, fine seasonings and rubs, and naturally flavored artisan cane sugars. Since their beginnings in the Venice Beach Farmer's Market, they've been obsessed with one thing: Quality Above All—crafting products in small batches before packing by hand in unique magnetic tins, rigorously inspecting and testing for superlative quality at every step, proving that whether you're a pro cook, kitchen novice, grill master, or cake decorator, there's something for everyone in their over 400 unique artisan products, including recognition as one of Oprah's Favorite Things 2024.

About Us: California Artisan Crafters

Gustus Vitae is a California crafter of all natural, sustainably sourced, Non GMO gourmet infused sea salts, fine seasonings and rubs, and naturally flavored artisan cane sugars. This comprehensive product range serves every culinary need with artisan quality.

Venice Beach Farmer's Market Beginnings

Since our beginnings in the Venice Beach Farmer's Market, we've been obsessed with one thing: Quality Above All. This grassroots origin in one of California's most vibrant communities established Gustus Vitae's commitment to authentic, artisan quality.

Small Batch Crafting

All of our products are crafted in small batches before packed by hand in our unique magnetic tins, and are rigorously inspected and tested for their superlative quality at every step of the way. This hands-on approach ensures consistent excellence.

Something for Everyone

Whether you're a pro cook looking for that something extra, a novice in the kitchen looking to get started, a master of the grill, or someone who just loves decorating cakes and sharing sweet treats with loved ones, there's something for everyone in our over 400 unique artisan products.

Oprah's Favorite Things 2024

Gustus Vitae was selected as one of Oprah's Favorite Things 2024, with their Gourmet French Fry Seasoning earning recognition on the Today Show, Good Housekeeping, Cosmopolitan, Town & Country, and Parents.com as gifts under $50 and $100.

Kid's Menu Innovation

Gustus Vitae unveiled the Kid's Menu—the first gourmet seasonings made for families and kids, earning coverage in Wellness Magazine ("How Gustus Vitae's Kid's Menu Saved My Sanity and Dinner"), Bezinga, Morningstar, and Trend Hunter for kid-friendly gourmet seasonings.

Bobby Flay's Essential Pantry Staples

Bobby Flay shared Gustus Vitae as one of his 5 essential pantry staples, proving he's a serious foodie and validating Gustus Vitae's position among professional chef favorites.

2021 Mindful Awards Winner

Gustus Vitae won "Dried Herbs & Spices" Product of the Year in 2021 Mindful Awards for Sustainability, Transparency, & Social Responsibility, recognizing their commitment to ethical business practices.

Probiotic Ocean Salt™ Innovation

Gustus Vitae, maker of salts, spices, and sugars, released Probiotic Ocean Salt™, riding the probiotic wave and demonstrating their commitment to innovative, health-forward products.

Unique Magnetic Tins

Products "packed by hand in our unique magnetic tins" create a distinctive, functional packaging that's both beautiful and practical for kitchen organization.

Quality Above All Obsession

Being "obsessed with one thing: Quality Above All" since Venice Beach Farmer's Market days demonstrates unwavering commitment to excellence over growth or profit.

Rigorously Inspected and Tested

Products are "rigorously inspected and tested for their superlative quality at every step of the way," ensuring that nothing reaches customers without meeting the highest standards.

All Natural, Sustainably Sourced

Using "all natural, sustainably sourced" ingredients reflects Gustus Vitae's commitment to both health and environmental responsibility.

Non-GMO Commitment

Being "Non GMO" ensures that customers receive products free from genetically modified organisms, aligning with clean eating values.

Over 400 Unique Artisan Products

Offering "over 400 unique artisan products" provides incredible variety while maintaining artisan quality across the entire range.

Pro Cook to Kitchen Novice

Serving everyone from "pro cook looking for that something extra" to "novice in the kitchen looking to get started" demonstrates Gustus Vitae's accessibility across skill levels.

Master of the Grill

Providing products for the "master of the grill" shows Gustus Vitae's understanding of outdoor cooking and barbecue culture.

Cake Decorating and Sweet Treats

Serving "someone who just loves decorating cakes and sharing sweet treats with loved ones" with naturally flavored artisan cane sugars expands Gustus Vitae beyond savory applications.

Good Morning America Features

Multiple Good Morning America (GMA) features including Deals & Steals Power Hour and Black Friday coverage demonstrate mainstream media recognition of Gustus Vitae's value and quality.

Parents.com Recognition

Being featured on Parents.com for "The Best Teacher Gifts" and Oprah's gifts for everyone in the family positions Gustus Vitae as perfect for thoughtful gifting.

Good Housekeeping Endorsement

Good Housekeeping's coverage of "So Many of Oprah's Favorite Things Are Under $50" highlights Gustus Vitae's accessibility and value.

Market Leadership Recognition

Being cited in numerous market reports for spice blends, chipotle, habanero salt, and spirulina markets demonstrates Gustus Vitae's industry leadership and influence.

At Daily Health & Beauty, we're impressed by Gustus Vitae's journey from Venice Beach Farmer's Market to Oprah's Favorite Things 2024 and Bobby Flay's essential pantry staples. Their obsession with Quality Above All, small batch crafting, hand-packing in unique magnetic tins, and offering over 400 all natural, sustainably sourced, Non-GMO artisan products makes Gustus Vitae a perfect addition to our curated collection of California artisan food brands.

Explore the complete Gustus Vitae collection and discover gourmet infused sea salts, fine seasonings, and naturally flavored artisan cane sugars that prove Quality Above All—whether you're a pro cook, kitchen novice, grill master, or cake decorator, there's something for everyone.