Pork Rind Fun Facts:

• Pork rinds can be found on snack tables all over the world.
• Pork rinds are often served hot as part of a meal and can be key ingredients to many South and Central American recipes.
• Pork rinds are high in protein with no carbohydrates.

Evans Facilities:

Chicago, Illinois; Portsmouth, Ohio; Arlington, Texas; Ontario, California

Evans Brands:

Mac’s (Nationwide), Bill’s (Southeast), Evan’s (Midwest), Hearty Hog (Midwest), La Tonita (South/Midwest), Pete’s (Small Distributors), Porkies (Southeast/South)

United States Fun Facts:

• Pork rinds are one of former President Bush’s favorite snacks.
• Mac is the best-selling brand of pork rinds in the U.S.

Evans Facilities:

Saltillo, Mexico

Mexico Fun Facts:

• Chicharrones are a favorite food in Mexico
• They can be found as a main ingredient in many dishes and a staple snack food.

Guatemala Fun Facts:

• Pork rind dobladas (turnovers) are a tradition Christmas dish in Guatemala

Costa Rica Fun Facts:

• There are many chicharronerias, restaurants dedicated to selling nothing but pork rinds

Colombia Fun Fact:

• One of the main ingredients of Bandeja Paisa, arguably the national dish of Columbia, is pork rinds.

Dominican Republic Fun Fact:

• Chicharrones are a beloved and readily-available street food in the Dominican Republic.

Venezuela Fun Fact:

• In Venezuela, chicharrones are often sold along busy roads and highways and are a favorite snack.

Puerto Rico Fun Facts:

• Pork is central to celebrations and holiday dinners in Puerto Rico. These feasts often start with pork rinds and include several main pork dishes.
• In Guavate, Puerto Rico, Route 184 is known as “La Ruta del Lechón” or “Pork Highway” for the incredible dishes served in its restaurants.