At Gesus Palomino, we believe that some of the world’s greatest culinary discoveries happen by chance. Think of the humble potato chip, created when a frustrated diner complained about soggy fries, or the accidental invention of the popsicle when a soda maker left his equipment outside overnight. Just like these iconic creations, Gesus Palomino Candied Jalapeños were born out of a moment of inspiration.

During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, when most of us were working from home, I received a call from a friend asking if I had any more of the candied jalapeños my mother and I had shared the year before. Unfortunately, I had run out. Inspired to recreate them, I decided to make a fresh batch for myself. Instead of the painstaking process my mother had followed of slicing the peppers by hand, I tossed them into a food processor. The result was delicious, and in no time, I posted the remaining jars on Facebook Marketplace. Within an hour, they were sold out! That’s how Gesus Palomino was born—a happy accident that turned into a passion project.

You might be wondering about the quirky name. Growing up in Georgia, I often heard the exclamation “Gesus Palomino!” used in place of a curse word when something frustrating happened—whether it was a Georgia Bulldogs loss or a surprise bee sting. It’s a name that stuck with me, and now it’s the name behind our brand.

In the years since, Gesus Palomino Candied Jalapeños have become my life’s passion. Through social media support and customer feedback, I’ve seen just how versatile and beloved these spicy-sweet treats are. Whether it’s on burgers, tacos, fish, hot dogs, collard greens, biscuits, or just about any dish you can imagine, Gesus Palomino adds the perfect kick. As Bubba might say, "You can barbecue it, broil it, bake it, sauté it... and top it with Gesus Palomino!" (Well, maybe not exactly that, but you get the idea!)

None of this would have been possible without the support of loyal customers, family, and friends. Gesus Palomino has transformed from a simple kitchen experiment into a product now available in stores across the Southeast. Every jar of candied jalapeños, every bottle of marinade, and every ounce of sweet heat represents the hard work, creativity, and love that went into bringing this brand to life. Thank you to everyone who’s helped make this dream a reality. I can’t wait to share more of Gesus Palomino’s delicious creations with you.

Experience the flavor explosion—get your Gesus Palomino products today!