Ketchup FAQ
What's the difference between Ketchup and Catsup? And what is Fancy Ketchup?
Well, this one is up for debate. As far as I am concerned they are the same thing. Catsup is a sauce, Ketchup is a sauce. One opinion I heard that was Catsup was the less commercial far tastier version of Ketchup. As for Fancy Ketchup, I would be keen to hear from people with some opinions, but I think Fancy Ketchup is similar to Catsup, again just another name.
Should Ketchup be refridgerated?
From personal experience my ketchup has survived outside of the fridge very well. I have never seen mouldy ketchup probably becuase I eat it too quickly. I tend to place my ketchup bottles in the fridge only because I now prefer the taste of cold ketchup over warm ketchup. So, No, you don't have to, but eat it within a few months.
I am allergic to ingredients 'x' in brand 'x' ketchup. What should I do?
If you are at all concerned by the contents of ketchup then contact the suppliers. They usually put a packing address on the label, this should lead you to a Customer Services address. Unfortunately I cannot offer any health advice. It's even fun to try out my recipes, that way you can ensure that the ingredients are suited to your diet.
Where on earth did you get all this information on ketchup from?
It's all collected from the Internet and my personal collection. Some of course may not be correct, but it's done for fun and credit is given to authors where it is due. I always look to expand the site, and add new information as I find it.
Are you connected/working with any of the ketchup manufacturers on this web site?
No, this web site has been created because I enjoy ketchup and feel it is a weird thing to do! I have not been approached by any of the ketchup manufacturers.
Why is there a pickle on the Heinz Ketchup bottle?
Henry J Heinz started off producing grated Horseradish bottled in clear glass to reveal its purity. This made the pickle king a millionaire and celebrity. He came up with the slogan "57 Varieties" and invented the legendary "pickle pin".
