This journey has been long and full of ups and downs, but through it all, your love, support, and the power of family have kept this dream alive, the dream of bringing comfort and convenience to people through wholesome, nourishing food.
-solomon cohen (aka papa)
A DREAM TAKES ROOT
Armed with nothing but ziplock bags and his homemade artisan cheese bread, Solomon set up a table at the August Saturday Market. Inspired by the Brazilian "pao de queijo," his cheese bread was a hit! But it wasn’t just about the food; it was about sharing his belief in fresh, local ingredients and supporting the community. Week after week, more people came back, not just for the bread, but for the passion and purpose behind it.
PERFECTING RECIPES
Those early days were filled with trial and error, late nights, and a lot of love. Solomon spent years perfecting his recipes, always with one goal in mind: to create down-to-earth, comforting food that was also healthy. It wasn’t always easy, but every challenge brought him closer to the vision he had for Papa Mountain—a place where quality and care are baked into every bite.
An Award winning brand
What began at local farmers markets has grown into a celebrated name in comfort food. We are proud to be a 2026 NEXTY Awards Finalist and the Flavor of Georgia Grand Prize Winner. These honors recognize our commitment to clean-label integrity, bold innovation, and ready-in-minutes convenience. Today, Papa Mountain continues to bring wholesome, joyful moments to tables across the nation.