To eat healthy and fit on the road, the founders of James Jar & Co. have made it their business to provide food & drinks in a glass. The young and innovative company produces tasty creations for on the go from the glass and supports regional and fresh products. As a result, healthy eating on the go is no longer a problem and is an alternative source of refreshment even in hectic everyday life.
Please introduce your company in three sentences
All culinary creations — salty, sweet, warm or cold — are designed and developed to enjoy a healthy diet with fresh local products from the glass, whether you’re on the road, in the office or during your free time. With this basic idea and the cool yet sustainable lifestyle, James Jar & Co. was founded as a family start-up.
What is special about your products and their manufacture?
We produce local organic products without additives in glass ♻️
How does a normal working day look for you?
From 6 a.m. in the production kitchen, followed by distribution to the Zurich offline shops and then delivery to other partners and individual buyers (companies + private individuals).
Which channels do you use to sell your products?
· Website JamesJar.ch
· Newsletter
· Social Media (FB, IG, Twitter)
· Online & Offline Shop-in-Shop Offers
Why did you decide to work with Farmy?
The support of local producers and the processing of fresh produce is fully in line with James Jar & Co.’s vision, so that the cooperation was a natural progression. The Farmy concept of an online farm is unique in Switzerland – and we really appreciate the teamwork!
Have daily processes, routines or even sales channels changed due to the Corona crisis?
Yes, the catering orders for events are all cancelled — but many small deliveries, which are very labour-intensive.
Do you see any potential or opportunities arising from the crisis?
New cooperations, using disruption to your advantage, living agilely and pivoting our business concept!
Anything else you want to say?
? Thanks to the Farmy Team for the excellent cooperation — not only in good, but especially in difficult times!
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