Marlen Wensel’s Mediterranean homeland has an apricot sun, a globe that deepens to a glowing orange hue just before it sets. Marlen grew up under that glittering sun in Jordan, learning generational family recipes like zaatar mana’esh & modern twists like mediterranean burgers.
In Indianapolis, Marlen Wensel is the food artisan & entrepreneur behind spice brand: Apricot Sun – the first producer of Zaatar in Indiana. Emphasizing the bright, zesty flavors of the Middle East, Apricot Sun crafts small-batch spice blends and delicate sauces that are all natural, gluten-free, & sugar-free. Apricot Sun shares the gusto for heritage & food with happy customers at farmers markets, grocery stores, and local events in Indy.
Using Apricot Sun’s foundational spice varieties from thyme & sumac to fennel & sesame, Marlen’s newest creation is a Charcuterie Board Sauce, available in retail jars at your local grocer and in larger quantity tubs for restaurants & food service. Elevating the flavor of cheeses & meats on charcuterie boards around the nation, it’s quickly becoming a staple for local home chefs, butcher shops, & culinary classes. Innovative partnerships with chefs, retailers & distributors nationwide enable Apricot Sun to showcase a Mediterranean depth of flavor and provide a zesty essence to your fondest memories under the apricot sun.