Kennett Mushrooms has come a long way since we first got our start way back in 1977. Now, as we celebrate 40 years of doing what we love, it truly puts a smile on our face to look back and see how far we have come. What you see, feel and taste today comes from decades of dedication, hard work and cooperation courtesy of many people.
Our founders, Lou Caputo and Herb Guest come from humble beginnings and have never forgot where they come from or all the hard work it took to arrive at this moment. As we press on into the future we are proud of the reputation we have earned as producers and distributors of some of the finest world-class exotic mushrooms on the planet.
If you love exotic mushrooms, welcome, you have come to the right place. As they say, Kennett Square is the Mushroom Capital of the World and from what our customers tell us, we truly have grown to represent the finest, mouth-watering exotic mushrooms this world has to offer. If you haven’t had the pleasure of trying some of our delectably savory mushrooms, just take a peek inside our online store, trust us – your taste buds will thank you.
Kennett Mushrooms has enjoyed amazing growth over the years and we are proud of our products and heritage.
From humble beginnings to one of the most respected and admired purveyors and distributors of world-class exotic mushrooms in the world today.
What began as a life changing opportunity for two teenage boys 40 years ago has blossomed into these 5 successful business units below:
Kennett Square Specialties: Shiitake mushrooms, logs, and specialty bags.
Caputo & Guest Mushrooms: Portabello and Crimini mushrooms.
Highland Oysters: Oyster Bags and Oyster Mushrooms.
KSS South: Fresh mushroom sales in the Fort Pierce, FL area.
KSS Sales: Purveyor and exclusive distributor of mushrooms from our affiliate companies
Shiitake Mushrooms:
The shiitake log, and by extension the shiitake mushroom, our flagship product. Learn More
Oyster Mushrooms:
Oysters are amongst the most popular mushrooms cultivated by mycology hobbyists. Learn More
Maitake Mushrooms:
Most mushrooms are known super foods with long lists of benefits. The maitake is one of the most beneficial of all the fungi families. Learn More
King Oyster Mushrooms:
King Oysters go by many names including Royal Trumpet, French Horn, Brown King and Boletus of the Steppes. Learn More
Pioppino Mushrooms:
Despite its brown color, Pioppino mushrooms are also known as Black Poplar. Learn More
Pom Pom Mushrooms:
Pompom has a mild sweet taste, often described as a lobster substitute. Learn More
Great question. But why does anyone buy?
If we are talking about buying a perishable good such as food, people buy based on quality THEN price. In a perfect world people could buy the highest quality products at the lowest prices. Unfortunately this world is far from perfect but at Kennett Mushrooms we make damn sure our mushrooms are.
Bottom line, our quality and quantity are simply unmatched in the industry. Our dedication to excellence and our unwavering commitment to our customers places us head and shoulders above our competition.
Born right in the heart of the Mushroom Capital of the World, our exotic mushrooms are cultivated from birth to be World-Class. Combined with our 40 years of experience and extensive industry relationships, Kennett Mushrooms is the clear choice for all of your mushroom wants and needs.
Are you a restaurant operator or perishable goods retailer seeking to source the highest quality mushrooms on the market? From farm-to-table and everything in-between our highly skilled, knowledgable and friendly team at Kennett Mushrooms is here to service your every need. If you need the highest quality products from the most reliable source trusted by the best in the business, then you have come to the right place.
We deliver the quality and service that your independent retailers and premiere supermarket chains demand. We invite you to tour our facility and meet our people to see how we cultivate mushrooms and relationships. Contact us today for more information!
Cooking with Kennett presents another mouthwatering mushroom dish for the ages. Have you tried our delightful marinated mushroom, kale, potato and shallot spring salad? If you haven’t than all we can say is this definitely puts the ‘mmm’ in mushrooms! Sure to be a family favorite for years to come, give this light yet hearty spring salad and taste, we promise your taste buds will thank you!
Raise your hand if you love savory sautee shiitake mushrooms! This fast, easy and delicious mushroom meal is a fan favorite for good reason. Have you ever tried our savory shiitake mushrooms before? If you haven’t than you certainly are in for a treat! This spectacularly easy dish is a breeze to prepare and will bring your taste buds enjoyment for many meals to come. We highly recommend our world-class shiitake mushrooms for this recipe.
Our marinated mushroom layer salad puts a tantalizing twist to a classic picnic favorite. Try our sliced and marinated exotic mushrooms in the recipe below. Their delightfully soft, firm yet meaty texture combined with crispness of organic vegetables and creamy herb dressing provide a mouth-watering salad perfect for any occasion.
Is it football season all ready? This is the PERFECT dish for watching the game or frankly just for lounging around your house enjoying the more delicious things in life. Our Kennett cheesy bacon stuffed Crimini mushroom bites are absolutely out of this world! If you haven’t had the pleasure of trying them yet then we highly recommend that you do so. Regardless if you are a sports fan, if you love mouth-watering snack bites than our cheesy bacon stuffed crimini mushroom bites will be an instant favorite for all who taste them.
Easily one of our personal favorite “snacks on the go” this delightfully simple to make sandwich is incredible. This roasted mushroom, onion & gouda grilled cheese sandwich is as delicious as it is addicting. Try our exquisite shiitake, oyster and pioppino mushrooms together with onions, gouda and assorted cheeses grilled together forming the perfect mouthful every-time. It’s quick, easy, and will always leave your full but somehow wanting more. We highly recommend this tasteful treat and best of all, it’s so easy to make!
Kennett’s Exotic Mushroom Medley Pizza Pizza lovers beware, Kennett’s Exotic Mushroom Medley Pizza is highly healthy and addicting. I know, I know, how can pizza be good for you right? Well if you are familiar with our exotic mushrooms than you know that mushrooms are high in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and more. By sprinkling your…
Kennett Square Specialties leads the shiitake industry, with the capability to produce over 120,000 shiitake logs per week. Our shiitake logs are grown from a fine sawdust and mixture of grains, which provide the nutrients needed for a beautiful harvest of shiitake mushrooms..
Most mushrooms are known super foods with long lists of benefits. The maitake is one of the most beneficial of all the fungi families. Maitake has been the subject of cancer studies, exhibiting anti-metastatic properties (reversing the spread of cancerous cells). Along with the being known amongst oncologist, it’s also shown promise in diabetes management, immune system stimulation, and contains antioxidants. The Maitake mushroom has earned its spot on top of the delicious super-foods list.
The pioppino mushroom is notorious for its smooth rounded cap and long white stem. Because pioppinos tend to have a flavor similar to pork, we recommend that you chop finely then stir-fry your pioppino mushrooms to achieve an amazing taste. They also taste great when cooked with white sauce and poured over pork, fish or chicken.
There are 4 key components to growing oyster bags. Proper temperature, humidity, CO2 levels, and cleanliness. Oysters thrive in cool wet conditions. Between 58-60F and 80-90% humidity. Our farms thoroughly clean each oyster bag room between batches. If the proper conditions are maintained, customers can expect to get a bountiful harvest of oyster mushrooms.
Our king oyster bags or royal trumpet logs, follow the same parameters as most of our products. You want to keep the king oyster bag in a cool grow room, between 58-62F. CO2 and humidity is up to the grower’s discretion, around 600-1200 ppm and over 80% humidity. Stem and cap size can be controlled using CO2and humidity in this manner.he King Oyster is the largest of the oyster mushroom family. They are versatile in the kitchen. The stem is the main edible part of the king oyster.
The Pom Pom mushroom has a mild sweet taste, often described as a lobster substitute. Another one of our unique products, the pompom mushroom draws in adventurous foodies. It goes by many names, including Lion’s Mane and Old Man’s Beard, however we find pompom to be the more appetizing of the bunch. Our farmers will cut four slits (one on each side of the block). Within 7 to 10 days, fully developed Pom Pom mushrooms should be present.
The Gray Oyster is very prolific, but it requires low temperatures or a cold shock to start pinning. After that, it will do best at mid-range temperatures. Gourmet chefs around the world appreciate the excellent texture of this specimen: not too hard, not too delicate, but just right. Grey Oyster Mushrooms are a versatile mushroom and can be made into fantastic sauces or added to salads, soups, omelettes and risotto. Also good pan-fried or grilled.
