FAQs
Thomas E. Grieb and Andrew C. Grieb, sons of the latest Case, currently own and operate the business from the headquarters in Trenton, New Jersey. Their unwavering dedication to the original formula continues to make people from across the nation gravitate towards the unique taste of Case's Pork Roll.
What company makes pork roll? ›
Producers. The main producers of pork roll in New Jersey are Taylor Provisions (USDA EST 256), branded as Taylor and Trenton, and Case Pork Roll (USDA EST 184), branded as Case's. Both these two have their headquarters in Trenton.
Why is pork roll called pork roll? ›
Taylor originally called his product “Taylor's Prepared Ham”, but was forced to change the name after the Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906 was passed, since the product did not meet the new legal definition of “ham”. The new name was “Pork Roll” and it was marketed as both “Taylor's Pork Roll” and “Trenton Pork Roll”.
Why does North Jersey call it Taylor Ham? ›
John Taylor created pork roll in Trenton, New Jersey. He originally sold his pork product under the name Taylor Ham, which is what North Jersey still calls it today.
Is pork roll healthy? ›
Contains a high level of saturated fat
Saturated fat is not an essential nutrient and with increasing intakes there is a increased risk of coronary heart disease (IOM 2005a; USDA and DHHS 2010).
Is pork roll the same as Spam? ›
I finally made the trek out there this past weekend, when I discovered that pork roll is essentially really good-tasting round Spam. Not that that's a bad thing. Super salty, porky, fatty, and heavily spiced with the somewhat spongy but not unpleasant texture of bologna that's been slightly inflated.
Is pork roll basically bologna? ›
Manufacturers like Taylor and Case are famously tight-lipped about specifics, given the competitive retail market, but the basics are this: Pork roll is a cured, smoked and pre-cooked porcine product with a smooth, even consistency, not dissimilar to bologna, mortadella, or even Spam.
How long can pork roll stay in the fridge? ›
Unopened pork roll's shelf life should last through the use-by date on the package. After opening, pork roll can be used for up to five days. Pork roll can be frozen in its original packaging or in an airtight plastic bag or container for up to two months for best quality.
Do other states eat pork roll? ›
You will be hard-pressed to find a home in New Jersey that doesn't have pork roll in the refrigerator, but outside of the state, you're hard-pressed to find someone who has even heard of it. If you're inspired to try pork roll, go to New Jersey.
Can you freeze pork rolls? ›
Yes, Pork Roll as well as our other meat products may be frozen for 1-2 months without change to quality. Frozen meats will remain safe indefinitely but may change in taste and quality if kept longer. It is recommended that Pork Roll be frozen in its original packaging or wrapped sufficiently to prevent freezer burn.
John Taylor of Trenton didn't invent pork roll until 1856. He first called it Taylor ham, but federal legislation declared that ham is a specific cut of pork. Taylor changed the name to pork roll in 1906, and while the original name stuck in the northern part of the state, folks further south still call it pork roll.
Is Canadian bacon the same as pork roll? ›
Biting into a pork roll sandwich is kind of like biting into bologna sandwich, except it's not. And it's a little like eating ham, except it isn't. It's closest to Canadian bacon, but don't ever compare it to Canadian bacon, especially not in front of a New Jersey native—it's just not the same.
Is pork roll trademarked? ›
Because it is not technically ham, Taylor Ham got a name change to “pork roll” in 1906 when the Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906 went into effect. Although its inventor, John Taylor, tried to trademark the name “Pork Roll,” he was denied in 1910, and competitors began popping up from there on out.
Where is Taylor Pork Roll headquarters? ›
Taylor Provisions is a leading producer of pork roll, based in Trenton, New Jersey.
Is pork roll a Pennsylvania thing? ›
The name “pork roll” is typically used to refer to the product in the Philadelphia area and in South Jersey. In the northern part of New Jersey, it's more commonly called Taylor ham.
What is John Taylor's pork roll? ›
Taylor ham, a term coined by John Taylor in the 19th century, refers to a specific brand of processed pork product. On the other hand, John Taylor pork roll is the product's official name, encompassing various brands that produce this breakfast staple.
