LocalMarylandProductsRoute One Apparel

5 Things You Didn't Know About UTZ Chips

Eva Niessner

5 Things You Didn't Know About UTZ Chips

 

1. They've been around for 99 years

Yep, that's right! Bill and Salie Utz started the business in 1921, and they originally made the potato chips in their own home -- 50 pounds of chips per hour, according to the official Utz website! Of course, the brand got wildly popular, and they've long moved out of the summer kitchen. Next year, you'll be able to say your favorite brand of chips is a century old! 

2. Their roots are in PA

Even though they're a Baltimore staple, the brand did start a bit further north. Hanover, PA is the original home of the Utz chip. However, Baltimore has been a big market for Utz from the early days onward. No wonder Charm City is so commonly associated with Utz! 

3. Utz sells a lot of other brands

Zapp's New Orleans kettle chips, Snyder of Berlin, and even TGI Friday's potato skin chips all fall under the Utz umbrella. So no matter what flavor you wanna savor, you can find something to crunch on anywhere Utz brands are sold. 

4. The mascot's name is Salie

Did you know that 'the little Utz girl' had a name? Like the woman who helped create the brand, she's called Salie. You've probably seen her all over the packaging, on billboards (like the iconic Smyth billboard that also featured the Natty Boh man), and on our products, too. 

5. You can take a tour (once things are a little safer)

The tours are currently closed to keep people safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, but once things are safer, you can go see the chips get made in Hanover for yourself. The best part? You get to eat free samples when you're done. 

Want more Utz in your life? Check out our Utz collection here

Leave a reply

sort by date

Latest articles

HOROSCOPE
Madame Maryland's Horoscope: January 2025

12/31/24

Madame Maryland's Horoscope: January ...

  Happy New Year, Maryland friends! The year is full of potential for new friends, new jobs, and new opportunities. But what's around the corner for your sign in the...

read more
CHRISTMAS
5 Gifts For the Kiddos In Your Life

12/19/24

5 Gifts For the Kiddos In Your Life

    Youth Old Bay Hawaiian Shirt Could there be anything cuter than a kiddo rocking a Hawaiian shirt? Yes -- a kiddo rocking an Old Bay Hawaiian shirt! Your...

read more
7 Maryland Stocking Stuffers Under $15

12/19/24

7 Maryland Stocking Stuffers Under $15

Finding the perfect gift for friends, family, and coworkers can be tough, especially when you're on a tight budget. You don't need to spend a lot to make people smile,...

read more
MARYLAND
10 Places To Put on Your 2025 Maryland Bucket List

11/26/24

10 Places To Put on Your 2025 Marylan...

  There are some places in Maryland that are truly iconic -- places that every Marylander has been to not just once, but maybe a million times. But if you're...

read more
CHRISTMAS
10 Holiday Decorating Hacks For Your Home

11/15/24

10 Holiday Decorating Hacks For Your ...

Putting up holiday decor is one of the most fun things about this time of year, but let's be real. It's also one of the most stressful things, too. So...

read more
WHITE ELEPHANT
Five White Elephant Gifts Your Guests Will Love

10/30/24

Five White Elephant Gifts Your Guests...

Got a white elephant party coming up? If you've never been to one before, the rules are simple. Everyone brings a secret, wrapped gift that's typically a little bit silly...

read more
Madame Maryland's Horoscope: December 2024

11/26/24

Madame Maryland's Horoscope: December...

  Happy December, Marylanders! The last month of the year is finally here, but there's still so much to look forward to. What could be in store for your sign?...

read more
CHRISTMAS
Choosing A Great Christmas Tree

10/30/24

Choosing A Great Christmas Tree

  The holidays are in full swing, and that means it's time to pick out the perfect tree! If you've never chosen your own tree, you may not realize that...

read more
CHRISTMAS TREE
Real Tree Vs. Artificial Tree: Which One Should You Get?

11/15/24

Real Tree Vs. Artificial Tree: Which ...

Decorating for the holidays isn't complete until you get a Christmas tree! But there's a long-standing debate that comes along each year -- which is better, a fake tree or...

read more