Pardoe’s

Pardoe’s

Origin

Story

For seven generations, the Pardoe family has thrived along the banks of the Chillisquaque Creek, shaping the land with their toil and fortitude. Amidst the rustic beauty of rural Pennsylvania, they’ve forged a legacy of resilience, crafting a family-owned business fueled by grit and timeless principles.

Our Commitment:

Our Commitment:

High Quality Product
Positive workplace
Support the community

Our Commitment:

Our Commitment:

High Quality Product
Positive workplace
Support the community

Years of

Years of

Significance

George & Ellen
George & Ellen

1948

George Pardoe falls in love with Ellen Hartranft and this begins a snack-food family.

1959

George and Ellen Pardoe make their first batch of Perky Peanuts using a small fryer in their garage

George Pardoe, 1959
New Facility

1987

Production moved to a 6,000 square foot facility nearby

1990

We began production of flavored pretzels

Flavored pretzels

2001

We expanded our warehouse and storage facilities by more than 7,000 square feet

2003

New Production system for our world famous blistered peanuts

Production system
Building expansion

2010

2nd expansion

2015

Pardoe’s focus on food safety and product quality continue as we become SQF Certified

SQF Qualification

2024

Our delicious nuts, flavored pretzels, and trail mixes can be found at major retailers from coast to coast. Or purchase them online and have them shipped directly from our family to yours!

We’re committed to honoring our military and first responders

We’re committed to honoring our military and first responders

Our Emblem

Rishel Bridge is a testament to our resilience. Built in 1830, this enduring bastion has stood for two centuries, defying nature’s fury. Like the bridge, our family and enterprise stand firm, rooted in unyielding principles. With finest ingredients and artisanal craft, we forge enduring snacks, embodying the indomitable spirit of our legacy.