About Birchware

Birchware: Disposable Cutlery That’s Truly Compostable Over 40 billion plastic utensils end up in landfills every year. At Birchware, we're changing that—one spoon, fork, and knife at a time. Our journey didn’t begin with a mission to save the planet. It began with crème brûlée. In 2009, while serving samples at the Marin Farmers Market, we noticed people were more intrigued by our simple wooden tasting spoons than the dessert itself. That moment sparked our deep dive into sustainable alternatives to plastic—and what we discovered shocked us: many "compostable" plastics don’t truly break down. So we created Birchware: a line of wooden cutlery made from 100% natural birch wood—no glues, no glazes, no greenwashing. Compostable in all commercial facilities, and even marine biodegradable, Birchware won’t leave microplastics behind in our waterways. With 15+ years of experience, we’ve honed every detail—from longer fork tines to a serrated knife edge—to ensure performance meets purpose. Available in Two Formats: • Bulk Packs – Ideal for cafes, campuses, ice cream shops, or any food service where convenience is key. • Picnic Packs – Perfect for gatherings, parties, and eco-conscious hosts who want disposable utensils that don't hurt the planet. As a wife-and-husband team, we believe reusables are best—for both the environment and the stories they carry. But we also understand that convenience matters. Birchware is our way of bridging that gap: disposable, withoutRead their story