Cumming, GA Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is scooping up something sweet in the Peach State! Handel’s, serving handmade ice cream since 1945, is open in Cumming with its beloved, made-from-scratch flavors to Georgia with the debut of its first location in Cumming. Handel’s Cumming, located at 580 Peachtree Parkway, opened on Thursday, November 21, 2024.
The Cumming location will be led by first-time franchisees Alberta Berhannan and Michelle Y. Evans, who
were born and raised in Youngstown, OH, where Handel’s originated. The duo are passionate fans of the
brand and look forward to creating a welcoming gathering space for the community for families and friends to enjoy time together over Handel’s premium flavors
“Handel’s is a childhood favorite treat that we’ve had the luxury of experiencing since we grew up in
Youngstown. We’ve always known that Handel’s is the ‘best’ ice cream on the planet and we are excited to
bring this experience to the Georgia marketplace, one delicious scoop at a time,” said Alberta Berhannan,
Co-owner of Handel’s Cumming. “Handel’s is such an amazing success story and one that we are elated to be a part of establishing in this new area.”
Both franchisees are entrepreneurs at heart. Alberta Berhannan has been a registered nurse for more than
30 years and runs a consulting business, along with two pre-schools in Georgia. Michelle Y. Evans has
been in business management for over 35 years and has extensive experience in retail operations while
specializing in human resources.
Handel’s Cumming is 1,800 sq. ft. and offers handmade flavors including Black Cherry, Strawberry,
Chocolate Pecan, Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie, Cotton Candy, and more. The grand opening event
will also include a Spin & Win wheel, giving guests the chance to win exciting prizes.
In addition to on-site ordering, Handel’s Cumming will offer pickup, delivery, and catering. The store will be
open Monday–Thursday from 12 pm–9 pm and Friday–Sunday from 12 pm–10 pm.
“Cumming is a new and upcoming market with small town charm that meets big city excitement, offering
the best of both worlds. It is ideal for opening a new ice cream concept to a growing and vibrant
community,” said Michelle Y. Evans, Co-owner of Handel’s Cumming. “We believe that this market is ready
for a new experience, one that is tried, true, and most of all tasty! We look forward to immersing ourselves in the community and supporting our area neighbors, businesses, and causes.”
For more information about Handel’s Cumming, visit https://handelsicecream.com/store/cumming.
Handel’s currently has more than 140 locations across 14 states and is growing. To learn more about
Handel’s franchise opportunities, visit www.handelsicecream.com/franchise.
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