We believe people have good taste; they just need better options.

From day one, Ithaca’s mission has been to make eating well easy, with minimal ingredients and maximum taste. We obsess over the details so you don’t have to.

We don't follow the crowd; we lead it.

  • Sourcing

    Simple, thoughtfully sourced ingredients. We obsess over the details.

  • Process

    Batched and whipped cold for the freshest taste and texture.

  • Taste

    Blender fresh, spoon-worthy daily satisfaction with big bold taste.

Cold Crafted fresh flavor
Thoughtfully Sourced Ingredients
Vegan & Gluten Free
Glyphosate Residue Free
Real Food
Expeller pressed sunflower oil
Cold Crafted fresh flavor
Thoughtfully Sourced Ingredients
Vegan & Gluten Free
Glyphosate Residue Free
Real Food
Expeller pressed sunflower oil
Cold Crafted fresh flavor
Thoughtfully Sourced Ingredients
Vegan & Gluten Free
Glyphosate Residue Free
Real Food
Expeller pressed sunflower oil
Cold Crafted fresh flavor
Thoughtfully Sourced Ingredients
Vegan & Gluten Free
Glyphosate Residue Free
Real Food
Expeller pressed sunflower oil

Humble Origins

From our kitchen, to the Farmer's Market, to your fridge

From a farmer's market favorite to a nationally loved brand, our mission and promise have remained the same since day one: to make eating well easy, with minimal ingredients and maximum taste.

The Big Garbanzo

Nice to finally meet you

A few things have changed since our start— our tubs are square and we buy chickpeas by the trainload now. We also have 12 flavors to choose from for that perfect first impression. From zesty, to herby, to spicy, to "is that roasted garlic I'm tasting?", find a flavor for every mood.

The Team

  • Chris Kirby

    Founder

    Chris Kirby

    Chris Kirby

    INGREDIENTS: Ping Pong Champion, Chef, Pitbull Lover, Surfer, Moustache Aficionado, Cyclist, Entrepreneur

  • Frank Cavallaro

    Chief Operating Officer

    Frank Cavallaro

    Frank Cavallaro

    INGREDIENTS: Ping Pong Runner-up, Cured Meat Enthusiast, Pug Lover, Aspiring Health Junkie, Victim of Western NY Professional Sports

  • Elaine Naum

    Director of Marketing

    Elaine Naum

    Elaine Naum

    INGREDIENTS: Yogi, Booklover, Bread Maker, Cancer Survivor, Mom of 4

  • Andy Willits

    Director of Operations

    Andy Willits

    Andy Willits

    INGREDIENTS: Proud Daddy, Bacon Enthusiast, Music Lover, Food Adventurer, Fun-Seeker

  • Mike Sonberg

    VP of Sales

    Mike Sonberg

    Mike Sonberg

    INGREDIENTS: Dad Jokester, Hubby, Adventure Motorcyclist, Problem Solver, Local Brew Supporter, Buffalo Bills Fan, Not Shy, ISO Good Food

  • Dan Agan

    Director of Finance

    Dan Agan

    Dan Agan

    INGREDIENTS: Dad x3, Human Jungle Gym, Buffalo Chicken Connoisseur, Josh Allen Groupie, Craft Beer Lover

  • Tom Mclernon

    Director of Innovation

    Tom Mclernon

    Tom Mclernon

    INGREDIENTS: Good Food, Good Friends, Curiosity, and an Appreciation of the Natural World

  • Aaron Wallace

    Natural Channel Sales Manager

    Aaron Wallace

    Aaron Wallace

    INGREDIENTS: Firefighter, Big Dog Lover, River Frequenter, Dad, Poker Player, John Butler Trio Stan

  • Caela Milton

    Operations Coordinator

    Caela Milton

    Caela Milton

    INGREDIENTS: Coffeeholic, Concert Goer, Momma x2, Camper, and Outdoor Enthusiast

  • Kathie Padellaro

    Logistics Coordinator

    Kathie Padellaro

    Kathie Padellaro

    INGREDIENTS: Boy Mom, Office Mom, Adventurous Foodie, Reality TV Junkie, Avid Traveler

  • Nate Towne

    Supply Chain Manager

    Nate Towne

    Nate Towne

    INGREDIENTS: Food Lover, Football Junky, Sneakerhead, Concert Fanatic, Burrito Enthusiast, Semi-Pro Fisherman

  • Mia Serritella

    Social Media Manager

    Mia Serritella

    Mia Serritella

    INGREDIENTS: Comic Book Reader, Matcha Lover, Sculptor, Soy Sauce Sketch Artist

  • Ashley Chambers

    Lead Creative

    Ashley Chambers

    Ashley Chambers

    INGREDIENTS: Obsessed Dog Mom, Coffee Shop Dweller, Fresh Pasta Maker, Lake Swimmer, Nature Lover, Buffalo Bills Fan

  • Jason Smith

    Director of Retail Activation

    Jason Smith

    Jason Smith

    INGREDIENTS: Dog Dad, Husband, Beer Enthusiast, Navy Veteran, Nutrition Coach, Runner, Lover of Lemony Hummus 🙂

  • Camryn Farren

    Field Marketing Specialist

    Camryn Farren

    Camryn Farren

    INGREDIENTS: Cat Mom, Adventure Seeker, Fitness Foodie, Emotional Support Air Fryer, Ithaca Hummus Demo Queen

  • Ramzie Shams

    Retail Success Manager

    Ramzie Shams

    Ramzie Shams

    Adventurer, Surfer, Snowboarder, Filmmaker, Traveler, Girl Dad

  • Nina Vair

    Marketing Coordinator

    Nina Vair

    Nina Vair

    Coffee Connoisseur, Outdoor Adventurer, Amateur Forager, True Crime Enthusiast, Middle Eastern Food Lover

  • Dennis Katsnelson

    Director of Omnichannel Marketing

    Dennis Katsnelson

    Dennis Katsnelson

    Tech Enthusiast, Innovation Lover, OneWheel Adventurer, Ski Slope Seeker, Dessert Connoisseur, Aruba Devotee, Doodle Dad