Elam Lengacher’s 16-year dream comes to fruition with the opening of his new meat, cheese and grocery store at 15610 Grabill Road in Grabill, Ind. on Aug. 19. The retail store, which sits on the same property as E & L Farms & Processing, offers a wide range of meats, Tri-State Cheese varieties and an array of beverages, grocery items, seasonings and much more.
Lengacher, who worked in construction before starting his meat processing operation 12 years ago, takes pride in his products, pointing out that his locally raised meat is hormone-free.
“It not only tastes better, but it’s also better for you,” he says.
The new store isn’t just Lengacher’s idea.
“Our growing customer base is the driving force behind its development,” he says.
Deli sandwiches are available pre-packaged or custom order. The store also offers homemade cookies, noodles and other baked goods. Customers with a sweet tooth can sample the candy aisle which features gourmet chocolate from Lil’ Turtles, a Baltic, Ohio company. The store will be establishing a new Saturday tradition of selling delicious homemade rolls.
E & L Family Meat & Cheese is good news for Lengacher’s customers, who have been known to travel from as far as Chicago, Florida and Tennessee for his processed meats. The state-of-the-art 11,000-square-foot facility was the next logical step for the operation, which specializes in processing, smoking, cutting and packaging fresh, chemical-free beef and pork. Custom cuts and special orders are also available.
Lengacher’s operation is truly a family affair. His wife, Laura, and five of the couple’s eight children are an active part of the business.
“This was a big investment for us, so we’re paying attention to every detail,” says Lengacher. “We’re confident that our customers will love shopping with us, and we’re looking forward to making many new friends.”
What You’ll Find at E & L Meat & Cheese:
- Fresh and frozen beef, pork and chicken
- A large selection of Tri-State Cheeses
- Jellies and jams
- Pickles
- Peaches and pears
- Frozen fish and shrimp
- Frozen French fries, onion rings and pizzas
- Seasonings
- Special order and pre-packed deli sandwiches
- Gourmet chocolates and candy
- Homemade cookies and other baked good
- Homemade noodles
- Milk
- Assorted soft drinks
- Bread
- Fresh, homemade rolls available every Saturday
- And much, much more!
E & L Family Meat & Cheese Grand Opening Event
Customers, old and new, are invited to the store’s official grand opening on Sept. 14. Sam Schmuker, co-owner of The BBQ Store and More, has a reputation as a master griller and will be using his Big Green Egg to serve up free brats and steak bites to all who attend, courtesy of the Lengacher family.