faq

Don't worry, the floating substance in our Sesame Soy Vinaigrette is just fresh Ontario honey. We don't use preservatives or mixing agents, so natural separation can occur. It's completely normal and safe to enjoy! Our dressings are shelf-life tested by SGS Canada and remain unchanged for up to 11 months unrefrigerated.

One of our most popular questions! We have had our dressings shelf life tested at SGS Canada. There was no change in the chemical composition of the dressing;

Sesame Soy Vinaigrette for 11 months

Herb Vinaigrette for 9 months

We’re often asked about the black substance at the bottom of the bottle or why our Balsamic Vinaigrette sometimes feels thick or hard.

First things first... do not refrigerate the dressing! We use aged Modena balsamic vinegar, which is naturally thick and rich. That’s the dark substance you see settling at the bottom. We also blend in fresh Ontario honey, adding even more body and richness.

These high-quality ingredients with no preservatives can cause the vinaigrette to thicken or seem hard to pour at times, but that’s totally normal. Just give the bottle a really good shake and enjoy! It hasn’t gone bad. It is just real food, made the real way.

Merci Mon Ami started through our catering division, We Cater To You, in July 2002. We opened our bistro in January 2008, and due to high demand, we launched our dressing division in 2020. Our journey has been fueled by our passion for delicious, handcrafted dressings and sauces.

We can deliver throughout the GTA and ship to anywhere in the world. We love that you love our dressings and sauces! Thank you very much for your support and love.

The four main types of salad dressings are vinaigrette, emulsified vinaigrette, mayonnaise-based, and mayonnaise. Vinaigrettes are lighter and perfect for delicate salad greens, while emulsified vinaigrettes blend oil and vinegar permanently. Mayonnaise-based dressings are richer and creamier.

The two most common types of salad dressings in Western culture are vinaigrettes and creamy dressings. Vinaigrettes are made from a blend of oil and vinegar, often enhanced with herbs and spices. Creamy dressings, like ranch or Caesar, are richer and thicker.

Bottled dressings are often rich sources of saturated fat, calories, sodium, and added sugar. You're eating more salad for good health.

A salad is not complete without a dressing. ... Since oils are a good source of fat, you should try Merci Mon Ami dressings that are full-fat salad dressing using oil and vinegar.

Balsamic vinegar is a safe food additive that contains no fat and very little natural sugar. It's been proven effective to lower cholesterol and stabilize blood pressure. Some research suggests it can also work as an appetite suppressant, and it contains strains of probiotic bacteria.

Our dressings and sauces are made in-house with the finest ingredients and lots of love by Chef Cindy. They can elevate any dish, but they're especially perfect for salads. Taste the difference of our handcrafted, small-batch creations!

Generally speaking, the healthiest salad dressing will be a vinaigrette like balsamic or oil and vinegar, while Caesar, ranch or anything with the word “creamy” will be the unhealthiest.

Our Sweet Garlic & Chili Sauce won Grand Champion at the Royal Winter Fair in 2023 - professional category

Our Jalapeño & Habanero Pepper Sauce won 1st place in 2022 - profesional category

Our Smoked Pepper Sauce won 1st place in 2021 - professional category