Ak-mak's simple yet nourishing sesame crackers have been a staple in Central California for over seven decades, but the closure of the Fresno factory marks the end of an era. Tanny Soojian, a third-generation owner, indicated that age led to the bakery's closure, leaving only memories and a limited online presence behind. Despite its straightforward ingredients of whole wheat and honey, Ak-mak crackers found their way into major retailers like Trader Joe's and Whole Foods. Their disappearance has sparked a nostalgic reaction among fans who celebrated their distinctive quality and role in food culture.
The crisp sesame cracker, made in the Fresno area for more than 70 years, has disappeared from store shelves and online platforms in recent weeks.
Tanny Soojian of the third of Ak-mak's four generations of Armenian-American proprietors reportedly said simply, I got old and closed it.
The Ak-mak cracker's selling point was its simplicity: whole wheat, low fat, made with honey rather than refined sugar.
A paean on the foodie website Epicurious describes it as sturdy and nourishing, and sums up: That Ak-Mak has remained popular for centuries will only surprise people who haven't had it.
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