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In the Spring of 2016, we added the Nutty Bavarian Glazed Roasted Nuts under the C.R.S., Inc. umbrella. Roasting glazed nuts for sale both online and at events is rewarding and enjoyable. Our customers are delighted to see the nuts being roasted in front of them. Our Sweet and Savory Roasted Glazed Cashews with our Spud Spikes Pepper blend is a special treat for those that like a little heat. So not only do we roast nuts we also make our gourmet popcorn.
Need Snacks at your Event? The Nutty Bavarian Glazed Roasted Nuts (including salted cashews and popcorn) are considered snacks and do very well at events.
We can do a partial setup, where we simply bring in the prepackaged products and use a warmer to keep the nuts at just the right temperature. Or, for longer events, we can set up a canopy. It houses the 200-pound custom cart (designed for our popup trailer still under construction) with roaster, to roast nuts along with the warmer.
Our equipment (roaster, warmer, and wash station) requires a dedicated 20-amp circuit. We can also tap into a 30- or 50-amp circuit. We do have a very quiet generator that we use at most outside events. It requires a 20–25-foot setback from the canopy, to meet the fire code. We can roast nuts inside as well as out.
Got an event such as a beer garden, concert, festival, sport, wedding, birthday, car lot sale, employee party, etc.? Then contact us, so we can discuss the details and get you on the calendar!
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Company History C.R.S., Inc., has been in business here in Spokane since 1976. After representing other manufacturers’ products for many years, it was time for us to roll out our own product line. And that’s just what we did in 2003 when we introduced the popular Spud Spikes brand.
Designed to help potatoes cook evenly, get a better-tasting crispy skin, and reduce the overall baking time. Spud Spikes also help to keep brats straighter and juicer, and to cook faster. We are the co-manufacturer, and we sell this brand all over the world. In 2011 we introduced the Spud Spikes Gourmet Potato Skin Rubs and Everyday Seasonings (Original Blend, Garlic, and Pepper).
Corporate Structure C.R.S., Inc., is a Washington state corporation. The guiding force behind this corporation, is Leon A. Frechette, president, who’s been in the forefront since 1976.
He’s a former remodeling contractor and newspaper columnist, and entrepreneur and author of seven books about remodeling. And has written over 100 articles for more than a dozen magazines. He provides the knowledge, expertise, and experience behind all of the products that are selected and offered on his websites under the C.R.S., Inc. umbrella.
In September 1998, Leon took C.R.S., Inc., into the world of cyberspace.
At C.R.S., Inc., our mission is to provide the very best products that can help our customers in their daily activities and enjoy great snacks at the same time!
So how can we help you at your next event?
UPDATE 01/10/2024: “My wife Kimberly is courageously battling Stage 2 Behavioral Variant Frontotemporal Dementia. As her full-time caregiver, I've paused in-person events to dedicate myself to this vital role. Please take a moment to read our story at https://www.kimberlyscorner.org and help spread awareness of this devastating disease. Your support means the world to us in these trying times. You can still support us by ordering products online. Thank you for standing with us.”
UPDATE 05/16/2025: “Kimberly is coming off stage 2 and entering her last stage (3). That said, doing any events is not in the cards this year.”