About Us

Legacy Seasoning Co. is a family-owned company based in Fort Myers, FL, with deep roots in LaBelle, FL. Our journey in the seasoning business is built on generations of passion for good food and bringing people together, starting with our grandfather, Bill Gerstman, who pioneered the family’s seasoning legacy. His commitment to quality and unforgettable flavor continues to inspire everything we do.

At Legacy Seasoning Co., we pride ourselves on crafting unique and delicious blends that bring families together around the table. Each of our products is carefully curated to honor our family’s rich tradition in seasoning while offering something fresh and exciting for your kitchen.

From our family to yours, we invite you to savor the taste of tradition, one meal at a time.

Meet Bill

Meet Bill Gerstman, the inspiration for Legacy Seasoning Co. and original creator of a seasoning that is a Florida delicacy. Bill began working on the recipe for Bill's All-Purpose Seasoning in World War II when he was a mess sergeant for an Army Air Corps rescue squadron stationed in Saipan. Bill said, "All they had to eat was lamb and the boys wouldn't eat it. So I got together what spices I could and doctored it up and they stopped throwing the lamb into the ocean."

For over four decades, Bill guarded his prized seasoning recipe. It adorned every chicken, rib, steak, and roast he cooked at the renowned LaBelle Trading Post. Friends and customers were intrigued by its irresistible flavor, often asking him about the magical ingredients. With a wink, Bill would reply, "Oh, just some ground-up monkey dust." The playful nickname stuck, endearing fans to this unique seasoning. In fact, "monkey dust" was once on the label and many long-time users still call the seasoning that.

In the 1980s, Bill's health forced him to retire and pass on the legacy. Today, you have the exclusive opportunity to remember the past and savor the present with Bill's All-Purpose Seasoning. Each sprinkle will transport you back to the flavors that made mouths water and stories unforgettable. Whether grilling, roasting, or adding a dash of flavor to your favorite dishes, Bill's All-Purpose Seasoning will elevate every bite to a new level of deliciousness.

Experience the legacy, taste the tradition, and celebrate the timeless flavors of Bill’s Secret Recipe. Try it now and embark on a journey of flavor that pays homage to the unforgettable story of a Florida delicacy.