About Us
Founded by U.S. Navy veteran Kemi Pavlocak, SAVAGE BEE-CHES® is a Black-owned, woman-owned, veteran-owned company that started with a few hives in San Diego's high desert. We craft exceptional artisanal honey with a deep commitment to environmental and social responsibility.
Our Mission
SAVAGE BEE-CHES® is dedicated to producing exceptional artisan-crafted honey with a commitment to sustainability, biodiversity, and social responsibility. As a social enterprise, we invest in both our environment and our community—supporting sustainable beekeeping practices while creating positive impact for the people and places we serve, now and for generations to come.
Our Values
- Quality: Exceptional honey that preserves nature's authentic flavors and benefits.
- Sustainability: Ecological balance that serves our planet, our customers, and future generations.
- Community: Investing in people and places, because thriving bees and thriving communities go together.
- Innovation & Heritage: Creating modern honey products informed by centuries of culinary tradition and cultural uses.
Our Vision
To lead as a social enterprise delivering gourmet, sustainably sourced honey that enhances culinary experiences worldwide. Honoring honey's rich heritage while caring for the planet and the communities we call home.
Find Us
Visit us at our honey boutique in Old Town San Diego or shop online.
You can also find our gourmet honeys at the following locations
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Mission Bay Resort
Andaz San Diego, by Hyatt