The History Behind Jeremiah’s Italian Ice

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice is an idea that began in 1988 when Jeremy Litwack was in high school, selling Italian ice from a pushcart in front of the Philadelphia Mint. It’s an idea that continued to grow throughout the years, ultimately turning into a franchise that is known for its 5-star customer service and refreshing frozen treats. Continue reading to learn more about this dessert franchise’s history and why this may be the perfect business opportunity for you!

How it All Began

What started out as a small idea continued to grow while Jeremy studied marketing at the University of Delaware. The capital he earned from his thriving pushcart and ice cream truck business was used to rent warehouse space in 1992 as he honed his techniques for combining fresh fruit, fruit puree, filtered water, and sugar to create the delicious desserts Jeremiah’s Italian Ice is now known for.

In 1996, Jeremiah’s Italian Ice opened its first location in Winter Park, Florida, paving the way for a fast-growing ice cream franchise with a loyal consumer base. Today, we have over 240 units open, awarded, or in development throughout the United States, including Arizona, Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, Louisiana, and more. When you become a franchise owner with us, you’ll have the support of a consistent and vibrant brand that’s committed to its local communities and showing no signs of slowing down.

Backed by a Proven Business Model

Jeremiah’s business model has certainly evolved and grown over the years, but it is essentially founded on the simple concept of delivering yummy frozen treats to every guest. Franchise owners are able to serve a limitless combination of over 40 flavors while keeping costs low. You don’t need any fryers or ovens; just freezers to keep things cool! With such simple, streamlined operations, you can focus your attention on ensuring every guest has an enjoyable and flavorful experience.Moreover, Jeremiah’s is backed by a tenured team. Every leader has been with us for 10 years, 20 years, or more. What does this mean for you? Franchisees will have the experienced and knowledgeable support they need to open up their dessert franchise and become part of our award-winning team. Our proven business model and streamlined system can put you in the best position to pursue your entrepreneurial dreams.

Own an Ice Cream Franchise Today!

If the story of Jeremiah’s Italian Ice sounds like a tasty business proposition to you, take some time to learn a little more about what it takes to open a dessert franchise with our team. We’ll answer all of your questions, so you can better determine if this is the path you should take to achieve your business goals. Get in touch with us today to further discuss this incredible opportunity!