Pace Chunky Salsa

Pace Foods was founded in 1947 by David Pace in San Antonio, Texas, where he developed the original recipe for "Pace Picante Sauce." The brand is widely credited with popularizing salsa in the United States and Canada, eventually becoming a household staple known for its chunky texture and authentic Southwestern flavor profile.

Today, Pace is owned by the Campbell Soup Company, which acquired the brand in 1995. While manufacturing has historically been centered in Paris, Texas, to maintain proximity to fresh ingredients, production can occur across Campbell's extensive North American manufacturing network. The brand remains a dominant player in the Mexican-style sauce category under the stewardship of this American multinational food giant.