Founded in 1999, Potter’s Hand Processed Food is a Tarlac City-based food manufacturing company that has built a strong reputation for crafting traditional Filipino condiments with a unique Chinese culinary influence. With over two decades of commitment to quality and flavor, the company has grown from a local kitchen into a recognized manufacturer and exporter in Central Luzon.
Core Business
Potter’s Hand specializes in the production of chili-based condiments, fermented delicacies, and specialty sauces rooted in both Filipino and Chinese culinary traditions. Its handcrafted products are made using time-tested recipes, hygienic processes, and high-grade ingredients sourced from local farmers and suppliers.
Product and Service Offerings
Condiments
- Garlic Chili Paste
- Chili Garlic Oriental Paste
- Chinese Bagoong (fermented shrimp paste)
- Spicy Chinese Bagoong
- Fermented Shrimp in Rice (Burong Hipon)
- Fermented Fish in Rice (Burong Isda)
Sauces & Pickled Products
- Spicy Cane Vinegar
- Achara Papaya (Pickled Green Papaya)
These products are ideal for Filipino households, food enthusiasts, and restaurants looking for authentic, regionally crafted flavors.
Specialization and Unique Strengths
Potter’s Hand has positioned itself uniquely with:
- A Chinese-Filipino culinary fusion in its condiment lineup.
- Specialty fermented products (Burong Hipon and Burong Isda), which are rare in mass manufacturing due to complexity and tradition.
- A strong foothold in the Central Luzon specialty food scene, serving both retail and institutional clients.
Its commitment to preserving heritage recipes while applying food safety standards gives it a competitive edge among artisan food producers in the Philippines.
Financial and Operational Insights
While specific revenue figures are not publicly disclosed, business indicators include:
- Over 24 years in continuous operation, demonstrating business sustainability and product demand.
- Multiple retail and institutional clients across Tarlac and neighboring provinces.
- Export capabilities developed through Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) support and food trade missions.
Shipment and Trade Data
- Participates in local and regional food fairs, including OTOP events and provincial expos.
- Products featured in pasalubong centers and specialty shops in Central Luzon.
- Select products shipped via order-based export to Filipino communities overseas, primarily through custom requests and buyer aggregation.
Target Market
- Retail consumers in urban and rural Luzon
- Specialty grocers and deli shops
- Filipino overseas markets seeking native condiments
- Restaurants and catering businesses seeking artisanal chili and vinegar-based condiments
Capabilities
- Dedicated production facility located in Tarlac City
- Skilled workforce trained in traditional fermentation and food preservation
- In-house quality control with focus on hygiene, consistency, and traditional flavor profiles
- Available for OEM services and private labeling
Certifications and Compliance
- Registered with DTI Philippines
- FDA-registered products
- Participant in DTI’s One Town One Product (OTOP) and other MSME development initiatives
Customer Testimonials
“Potter’s Hand Garlic Chili Paste is a pantry staple in our restaurant—it’s bold, authentic, and consistently high quality.”
— Restaurant Owner, Pampanga
“The fermented rice delicacies remind me of my hometown. You don’t find this kind of quality in commercial stores.”
— Returning OFW, Tarlac
Major Achievements
- Over two decades of continuous operation since 1999
- Successful integration of Chinese culinary heritage in a Filipino condiment brand
- Recognized by DTI as a notable MSME in the processed food sector
- Maintains a multi-channel distribution network in Central Luzon and select Filipino expat markets
Potter’s Hand Processed Food stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of heritage culinary products, combining authenticity, artisanal methods, and scalable operations for niche and mainstream markets alike.
