LAKE ELSINORE, CA — A new Handel's Ice Cream Shop is headed to Lake Elsinore, the city's Economic Development Department said.
The new ice cream parlor will be Handel's second location in Southwest Riverside County, following its popular Temecula store, and will be at 29263 Central Avenue, Suite A.
The ice creamery began in 1945 with Alice Handel's signature strawberry ice cream recipe, which will soon be available for tasting at the Temecula ice cream store. The shop offers unique fall flavors such as Buckeye, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Caramel Apple, and Pink Champagne. Go for other flavors, such as Lemon Bar, Black Raspberry Chunk, and Peach, so be sure to ask for a tasting sample when you go. This will give Lake Elsinore families "another fun place to gather, celebrate, and enjoy a sweet treat close to home," according to Lake Elsinore City Councilmember Steve Manos, a member of the council's economic development subcommittee.
The ice cream chain is known for its piled-high 3-scoop cones, milkshakes, and delicious homemade flavors. All ice cream is made fresh daily, according to the post. Take it home by the scoop, in a bowl, a sundae or cookie sandwich, on a cone, or in a pint.
"Handel's Ice Cream proudly continues to serve Alice Handel's secret recipes to this day," according to the company.
"Handel's is a fantastic addition to Lake Elsinore and a business we know our families will enjoy," Manos said. "Every new business adds to the excitement and momentum building throughout our community. We look forward to welcoming Handel's and enjoying that first scoop!"
The ice cream shop signed a lease in May for the 2,200-square-foot endcap space at Lake Elsinore Marketplace, near the Costco and Lowe's off the I-15 freeway. According to realtors, this is the first time the property has been turned over since it was purchased in 2020. No opening date has yet been shared.
The announcement is another sign of Lake Elsinore's growing momentum as Southwest Riverside County's emerging economic and entertainment hub, according to Manos and the city council.
For more Information about Handel's Grand Opening or how to bring your business to Lake Elsinore, please email Econdev@lake-elsinore.org or visit DreamLE.org.
"New restaurants, retailers, recreation destinations, and family-friendly businesses continue to choose Lake Elsinore as the community grows and attracts visitors from across the region," a city spokesperson shared. Among that push for more destination-type additions were the recent NASCAR additions announced for the city.
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