THE BIG SPOON STORY

We want you to understand our history so that you can confidently share our story with guests! From this moment forward, you’ll talk about Big Spoon Creamery in WE terms – you’re part of the family now!!

WHO WE ARE

Co-founders and owners Geri-Martha and Ryan O’Hara both have an extensive background as chefs in some of the best restaurants in the country. In fact, they met while working together at Bottega, right here in Birmingham!

It all started with a big dream to combine two loves – ice cream and people. The goal was to create an ice cream company that cared about making the best possible ice cream, but cared more about loving people and serving them well. And so it began!

In July of 2014 – with $500, lots of hard work and prayers – the dream for Big Spoon Creamery became a reality, and we've been growing exponentially ever since! We started with an old-school ice cream trike, and soon expanded to a truck in 2016. After another huge year of growth, we opened our first storefront in Avondale at the MAKEbhm building in April of 2017! After overwhelming support of our Avondale location from the people of Birmingham, we opened our second location in Homewood in February of 2019!

WHAT WE DO

Big Spoon Creamery is a small batch, artisan ice cream company, and we are seriously passionate about our craft. Our philosophy and approach to ice cream comes from the principles and values we learned through our experiences working in restaurants. Our primary goal is to create a menu focusing on seasonal flavors using local ingredients, as well as bringing a new, innovative approach to the classics.

Through relationships with local farmers, artisans, and purveyors, we work tirelessly to curate a menu that highlights the best our region has to offer in any given season. We are constantly pushing ourselves to continue growing, excelling, and providing you with the best possible ice cream and service.

Though we do love ice cream, it's not the real reason we do what we do. Big Spoon was built on a love for people and a desire to use our gifts to impact others. Through something as simple as ice cream, our biggest goal is to impact our team, our customers, and ultimately our community.