Product Offerings
Products:
Seafood Products: Crab Cakes, Crab Dip, Lobster Tails, Stuffed Shrimp, Stuffed Half Lobster
Sauces: Old Bay Garlic Butter Sauce, Old Bay Spicy Crab Dip
Soups: Maryland Crab Soup, Cream of Crab Soup
Craft Culinary Packaging, operating under the renowned brand Jimmy's Famous Seafood, is a premium food manufacturer and distributor based in Baltimore, Maryland. The company specializes in the production, packaging, and nationwide distribution of high-quality seafood delicacies inspired by Maryland’s rich culinary heritage. Through its brand identity rooted in the iconic Jimmy’s Famous Seafood restaurant, Craft Culinary Packaging bridges traditional coastal cuisine with scalable, modern foodservice and retail solutions.
Brand Origin and Culinary Heritage
Jimmy’s Famous Seafood was established in 1974 as a family-owned restaurant and has since become a Baltimore institution. To meet growing demand beyond its physical location, Craft Culinary Packaging was launched as the company’s manufacturing and distribution arm. This division focuses on delivering the same quality and authenticity found in the restaurant to customers across the U.S. via direct-to-consumer shipping, foodservice, and retail channels.
Product Categories and Core Offerings
Craft Culinary Packaging offers a curated portfolio of gourmet seafood products and accompaniments, emphasizing traditional Maryland recipes and premium ingredients. Its key product lines include:
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Seafood Products
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
- Signature Crab Dip
- Lobster Tails
- Stuffed Shrimp
- Stuffed Half Lobster
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Sauces and Sides
- Old Bay Garlic Butter Sauce
- Old Bay Spicy Crab Dip
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Soups
- Maryland Crab Soup
- Cream of Crab Soup
All products are handcrafted in Baltimore, using wild-caught seafood, fresh herbs, and proprietary spice blends. The crab cakes, in particular, are noted for their high lump meat content and have garnered national attention through culinary reviews and food festivals.
Distribution and Fulfillment Channels
Craft Culinary Packaging leverages an omnichannel distribution strategy, including:
- Direct-to-Consumer Nationwide Shipping via its eCommerce platform
- Wholesale and Foodservice Distribution for restaurants, hotels, and catering companies
- Retail and Club Store Partnerships, including seasonal placements and branded displays
The company’s cold chain logistics infrastructure ensures that all products arrive fresh or frozen, with options for overnight or two-day shipping.
Production Facility and Capacity
The manufacturing operations are based in a dedicated facility in Baltimore, with:
- Temperature-controlled processing and packing zones
- Batch cooking and vacuum sealing capabilities
- USDA and FDA-inspected production lines
- Capacity to produce over 10,000 crab cakes daily during peak periods
The facility is optimized for both small-batch gourmet preparation and scalable volume for national retail and hospitality clients.
Quality Assurance and Compliance
Craft Culinary Packaging is committed to maintaining the highest food safety and quality standards. Measures include:
- HACCP-certified production processes
- Strict allergen control for shellfish and dairy ingredients
- Use of sustainably sourced seafood, including domestic blue crab and North Atlantic lobster
- Compliance with FDA and USDA labeling and safety protocols
All product packaging is designed to retain freshness, enhance shelf life, and provide easy preparation instructions for end-users.
Market Position and Recognition
Under the Jimmy’s Famous Seafood brand, Craft Culinary Packaging enjoys strong consumer loyalty and media visibility:
- Featured on platforms such as Food Network, Barstool Sports, and the Today Show
- Over 500,000 social media followers across platforms
- Recognized for Best Crab Cakes in America by numerous food critics and publications
The company has built a successful national mail-order business, particularly during holidays and seafood season promotions.
Strategic Partnerships and Growth
Craft Culinary Packaging continues to expand through strategic initiatives such as:
- Co-branded products with Old Bay seasoning
- Celebrity and athlete endorsements, including partnerships with professional sports teams
- Development of private label offerings for regional grocers and upscale retail chains
The brand’s story-driven marketing and quality-focused production have enabled it to grow beyond traditional restaurant revenue into CPG (consumer packaged goods) territory.
Community Engagement
Jimmy’s Famous Seafood and Craft Culinary Packaging are deeply embedded in the Baltimore community, supporting:
- Veteran and first responder charity campaigns
- Local seafood sustainability advocacy
- Job creation and culinary training programs in underserved neighborhoods
Their philanthropic efforts have raised over $500,000 for various community initiatives through themed product bundles and charity collaborations.
Company Highlights
- Based in Baltimore, Maryland, with over 40 years of culinary tradition
- National supplier of Maryland-style seafood products
- Manufactures award-winning crab cakes, dips, soups, and sauces
- Operates a USDA- and FDA-compliant production facility
- Ships nationwide via cold-packed, overnight shipping
- Trusted brand for retail, foodservice, and eCommerce seafood distribution
Craft Culinary Packaging, through its Jimmy’s Famous Seafood legacy, combines regional authenticity with operational excellence, delivering gourmet seafood experiences to customers across the country with unmatched quality and care.