began using Gold's mustard at the concession stands. In 2015, the Gold family sold controlling interest in the company to La Salle Capital, a private investment firm based in Chicago. According to Marc Gold, "We wanted to improve the factory and expand the 'Gold' name, which is something that we decided we couldn't do on our own... We felt that LaSalle Capital could take it to the next level." In 2021, LaSalle Capital announced it would close the Gold's manufacturing location in Hempstead, resulting in the layoff of 48 employees, but that production would continue elsewhere. Brands Nathan's Famous In 1996, Nathan's signed a license agreement with Gold Pure Food Products Co., Inc. to manufacture and distribute Nathan's Famous brand mustard and other condiments to stores throughout the United States. Baker Brands Mustard In 1993, the company agreed to purchase Baker Brands Mustard Co., a Manhattan concern that also made vinegar. "'The solution to increasing sales was to broaden our product line,' says Marc, a grandson of the founder. 'Since the natural sister item to horseradish was mustard which peaks in summer because of salads and barbecues we negotiated a purchase of Baker Brands Mustard in 1993.'" Gold's manufactures under the following brands: Gold's Nathan's Famous (mustard) Chef Allen Baker Brands Mustard See also Economy of Long Island Economy of New York City List of New York companies References External links , the company's official website 1932 establishments in New York City American companies established in 1932 Condiment companies of the United States Brand name condiments Companies based in Brooklyn Companies based in Nassau County, New York Food and drink companies established in 1932 Hempstead (village), New York Kosher food Manufacturing companies based in New York (state) Privately held companies based in New York (state)