Kentucky Legend Sponsors First Ever Mutton Eating Contest The best eaters from around the world gathered at 2017 Int’l BBQ Festival Mutton Glutton Slider Challenge. The rules, eat as many sliders as possible in 10 minutes. The purse, $4000. Who wouldn’t want to chow down some mutton sliders for that prize money? Joey Chestnut, the […]

Exploration Station is making a difference! The Exploration Station is making a difference by bringing reading, math, science, and hands‑on activities to over 325 children each week, supported proudly by Kentucky Legend. Discover how this colorful learning bus keeps kids engaged all summer long. Specialty Foods Group is a proud sponsor of Exploration Station. Since […]

OWENSBORO, March 18, 2018 – Kentucky Legend®, a division of Specialty Foods Group, LLC, have spearheaded their continuous efforts to contribute to the tristate area with providing hunger relief through their “Buy a Ham, Feed a Fam” program. The program has been designed to provide each of their accounts 5% of their incremental sales in […]

Kentucky Legend revitalizes Owensboro by partnering with local businesses and volunteers to restore Puzzle Pieces, Inc., creating a safer, more supportive environment for individuals with special needs during a community‑wide day of service. Every act of kindness and giving counts, regardless of its purpose, and when one person gives their time or contribution, the act […]

Kentucky Legend®, a division of Specialty Foods Group, LLC, is pleased to announce the launch of a new community project entitled, “Oink for Owensboro” and is already ignited throughout the community. The project has been designed to generate financial support for charities while bringing the community together around the local traditions of barbecue and Kentucky […]

This year marked the 3rd Annual St. Benedict’s Homeless Shelter Golf Scramble, presented by Kentucky Legend. St. Benedict’s is committed to assisting displaced men in their time of need by providing them with a safe, Christian-based environment. For more information about St. Benedict’s, please visit: http://stbenedictsowensboro.org.

Only one thing can make the flavor and juiciness of a Kentucky Legend ham even better—an amazing sweet-savory glaze recipe by celebrity chef George Duran. Watch the clip of Fox & Friends from 12/24/18 to see Chef Duran teach the Fox crew how to perfectly glaze a Kentucky Legend ham using his favorite glaze recipe. […]

It’s that time of year again. Just when you got used to summer’s relaxed pace, the rise and grind of your kids’ school routine is back with a vengeance. From getting the kids out the door on time in the morning, to after-school activities like sports and choir practices, the to-do list in your head […]

Kentucky Legend, the maker of America’s number one-selling boneless ham and sliced turkey, has commissioned Owensboro-native and world-renowned artist Aaron Kizer to give the Kentucky Legend® Pier a major facelift. After four weeks of on-again, off-again work due to inclement weather, Kizer finished the massive artwork in December 2019. Located just outside the Owensboro Convention […]

At a packed RiverPark Center on Friday evening, January 24, 2020, the Owensboro Chamber of Commerce honored Kentucky Legend with the “2020 Manufacturer of the Year” Award. Each year the award is given to a regional manufacturing business that demonstrates exceptional performance and growth, outstanding employment practices, innovative products or services, exemplary customer service, response […]

Critically acclaimed Chef Ralph Pagano is back at it again on Lifetime’s “The Balancing Act,” showcasing the delicious versatility of Kentucky Legend ham for your holiday brunchfests. The great thing about Kentucky Legend ham, Chef Pagano points out, is its heat-and-eat readiness, which is a welcome way to take some of the hecticness out of […]

Support the Kentucky Legend Spring Clothing Drive by donating gently used clothing at the Owensboro Convention Center this April. Donate five items and receive a 50% off voucher for the Kentucky Legend Café, with all contributions benefiting local charities. Hey, Owensboro! If you’re cleaning out your closets as part of your annual spring cleaning, why […]

Kentucky Legend introduces its new Bourbon Barrel Smoked Ham and Bacon, crafted using upcycled bourbon barrels to deliver a rich, distinctive smoky flavor. Launching Fall 2024, these premium offerings blend heritage, craftsmanship, and bold taste to re‑energize the processed meats category. Media Contact: Mollie Dreibrodt, 830-456-5886, m.dreibrodt@midan.com Flavor-forward innovation aims to bring new life to processed […]

Discover Chef Jamie Gwen 4th of July meal ideas, including her easy slow‑cooker BBQ pulled turkey made with Kentucky Legend Quarter‑Sliced Turkey for big flavor and minimal prep—perfect for summer celebrations. Chef Jamie Gwen’s Recipe for More Fun, Less Food Prep This Summer Let’s be honest. Who really wants to stand beside a roaring grill […]

For a sweet and salty flavor combination that’s out of this world, you need to try Chef Jamie Gwen’s recipe for a Dulce de Leche and Cider glaze on your next Kentucky Legend ham. Chef Jamie’s been a guest judge on “Master Chef” and a contestant on “Beat Bobby Flay” among many other food show […]

One Last Oink It’s official: the “Oink for Owensboro” pigs are going out to pasture. See the Oink for Owensboro Pigs before they’re gone. Started in 2017, the giant, hand-painted pig statues are part of a philanthropic art project that has raised $100,000 for local non-profits while adding a little local flavor to the city. […]

Summer’s here, the weather’s glorious and that means there are tons of opportunities for eating outdoors. Especially with travel being somewhat iffy this year, small get-togethers with family and friends will become so much more important as many large-scale events get canceled this season. Whether it’s a backyard barbecue, picnic at the park or some […]

Discover how Kentucky Legend is Helping Out However We Can by donating over 23,000 pounds of ham and lunchmeat to food pantries and shelters across Owensboro and surrounding communities. Learn how these contributions support local families and social service organizations during challenging times. Grocery stores aren’t the only ones getting hit hard right now. As […]

“Orange” you glad we got an Easter glaze recipe for you? Kidding aside, Easter may look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean it can’t have the same great tastes you’ve always associated with the holiday, including the rich flavor of Kentucky Legend’s double-smoked ham. In the video below, you’ll see celebrity chef […]

Make the most of your Easter Dinner Leftovers with tips on storing, repurposing, and enjoying Kentucky Legend’s precooked, double‑smoked ham. Learn how to stretch a whole ham into easy meals—from sandwiches to stir‑fries—plus guidance on choosing the right ham size for your family. Given the circumstances, Easter 2020 may likely be a scaled-back affair compared […]