The Heart Behind CDA Gourmet

My family, especially my dad, has always had a love for vibrant and flavorful foods. His enthusiasm around food was infectious. Growing up, every meal was an opportunity to create something special. This passion only grew as I delved into the world of homemade meals, discovering the difference the right spices and ingredients could make. The joy of cooking from scratch became a part of who I am.

This love flourished further as my husband, Matt, and I found delight in entertaining friends and family in our home. Our gatherings were more than meals, they were an opportunity to share celebrations of life and love, shared around the dining table. It was during these moments that a dream began to take shape, a dream to share this culinary joy with our community.

The idea blossomed into CDA Gourmet, a unique culinary destination dedicated to the art of cooking and the joy of eating together with family and friends.

We took the leap in late 2022, signing a lease for a charming little store that we envisioned as a destination for food enthusiasts. Our journey, however, was not without its hurdles. Shortly after signing our lease, Matt was diagnosed with leukemia. This was a challenge which temporarily shifted our priorities and slowed our progress. He has completed a bone marrow transplant and is on the slow road to recovery. 

We held onto our dream. Despite the challenges, we pushed forward, fueled by our passion and the support of our family and friends. In June 2023, CDA Gourmet finally opened its doors. We could not have done it alone and are forever grateful to those many helping hands. 

At CDA Gourmet, every product on our shelves is a story of discovery and quality. We've curated a selection of the most unique, premium, and hard-to-find kitchen and gourmet items, each chosen for its ability to enhance kitchen experiences and elevate the flavors of your meals.

We are not professional chefs, but we are enthusiasts who cherish the joy a well-cooked meal brings and the memories it creates. Our store is an invitation to explore, to learn, and to fall in love with cooking all over again.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting, we welcome you to join us and immerse yourself in a world of quality foods and cooking, where every meal is a celebration of life's simple pleasures.

Brenda & Matt Sparkman