Make a trip to Mt. Angel Sausage Company and watch and learn how authentic handmade artisan sausage is made. There is a large variety from snack sticks to 34 types of European Sausage, so be sure to enjoy one...or two. Mt. Angel Sausage Company is a family-owned business where Jim Hoke and his son James make all the natural products. Their sausage making business has been featured on the Food Network. Outrageous Food’s “Big Chef”, Tom Pizzica took his quest to unearth the most jaw-dropping, eye-popping, occasionally heart-stopping foods in the country to Mt. Angel Sausage Company and found what he was looking for. Tom made up a batch of Fire Haus Brats with sausage maker Jim Hoke. The local volunteer fire fighters taught him how to eat the super spicy delights. Other locals gave their take on these hot links and sausage etiquette. When you visit, you’ll find that numerous tips abound on how to savor the special tastes of the brats. For more information, call (503) 845-2322. www.mtangelsausage.com
