Our Story

Flavour for the Way Canada Eats.

We’ve been working hard for more than a century to make the best tasting flavours for your food. From the ballpark to the backyard to the holiday table, French’s is a staple.

See where we’ve been and come along with us for what’s next. There’s never been a better time to get French’s out of the refrigerator onto its rightful place at the table.

1904

George and Francis French, sons of R.T. French introduced French’s Classic Yellow Mustard, served over hot dogs at the St. Louis World’s Fair in the United States.

1915

French’s mustard was first available in a glass bottle with screw top lid.

1941

Worcestershire hits the market to dress up meats, sauces and stews.

1974

The squeezable packet was introduced, making it convenient to enjoy mustard on-the-go.

1982

Spicy Brown Mustard kicks up the party on sandwiches, salads, burgers and hot dogs.

1983

Dijon Mustard makes its debut, dressing up deli counters, picnic baskets, kitchen tables and more.

1991

Easy-squeezy. French’s goes from glass to a squeezable bottle. Squirt it on dogs, burgers or straight into your mouth.

1995

French Fried Onions join the French’s family, garnishing all green bean casseroles here forward.

1998

Honey Mustard gets folks dipping everything from chicken fingers to pizza in this sweet & tangy sauce.

2002

New bottle shape with clean-cap technology. Same great taste. None of the mess.

2015

Families can now proudly serve French's Tomato Ketchup, crafted from fresh ripe tomatoes grown in Leamington, Ontario and bottled right in Canada, without any high fructose corn syrup or GMOs.