Paxo is a well-known brand of stuffing in the United Kingdom, currently owned by Premier Foods.
- 1901 Paxo was invented by John Crampton, a butcher from Eccles in Manchester, who wanted to help make Sunday lunches more exciting for his customers.
- The earliest flavour was Parsley, Lemon and Thyme, however Sage and Onion, a later flavour, is now the firm favourite. [1]
- In the beginning growth of Paxo was slow because stuffing is mainly served with chickens and poultry was then traditionally regarded as a luxury.
- 1950s-60s As the price of chickens dropped and that of red meats rose, Paxo’s popularity grew.
- At Christmas, the product is advertised with the slogan "Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without the Paxo" (a play on the phrase "Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without the Turkey").