Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream, the beloved Bethesda-born creamery, has announced it will open its fourth Montgomery County location on Saturday, April 4, at 8551 Connecticut Avenue in Chevy Chase. The newest location will take over the storefront previously occupied by The Charmery.
The shop, founded by mother daughter duo Sarah Park and Annie Park, first opened in Bethesda in 2019 and has since expanded to additional locations in Wildwood and Fallsgrove.
The story of Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream is a heartwarming tale of passion, family, and community. It all began in the early 1990s in South Korea, where Sarah Park, a mother with a discerning palate, started making homemade ice cream for her daughter, Annie. After the family immigrated to Bethesda, Maryland, in 2000, Sarah rekindled her hobby upon retirement in 2018. Her original recipes, crafted with the highest-quality, all-natural ingredients, quickly garnered a following, leading to calls and orders from eager strangers.
Recognizing the immense potential, Sarah enlisted the help of her daughter, Annie Park, a Harvard graduate with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. What started as a temporary project quickly blossomed into a full-time commitment. Under Annie’s leadership, Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream rapidly expanded, with each scoop shop dedicated to offering 40 daily, site-made flavors that Sarah herself would be “proud to serve her own family.”
From nostalgic classics and seasonal creations to vegan options and even doggie ice cream, Sarah’s Handmade strives to offer something for every member of the family. Beyond the delicious treats, the company is also deeply committed to employee mentorship and growth, as well as giving back to the community, earning it numerous accolades and features in prominent media outlets.
Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream will celebrate the grand opening with a block party and community market featuring local vendors alongside family-friendly programming on April 4 and 5 from 1pm to 5pm.
