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Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches Expands Nationwide with Wegmans Launch

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Molly Szkotak for Nightingale Ice Cream

RICHMOND, VA (APRIL 2026) — Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches, the Richmond-born brand known for its chef-driven, small-batch ice cream sandwiches, is expanding its retail footprint nationwide with a highly anticipated launch in Wegmans stores this spring.

This milestone marks a significant moment for the growing company, as Wegmans has long been a targeted retail partner for the brand. Known for its curated assortment and devoted customer base, Wegmans represents a major step forward in Nightingale’s continued national expansion.

As part of the rollout, three of Nightingale’s signature 4-pack flavors—Cookie Monster, Brookie Dough, and Banana Pudding—will be available in Wegmans stores nationwide. In the Carolina region, which includes Richmond and the broader Mid-Atlantic market, customers will also find two additional 4-pack offerings: The Classic and Key Lime Pie.

Founded in Richmond in 2016, Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches has grown from a local favorite into a nationally distributed brand, built on a commitment to quality ingredients, inventive flavors, and handcrafted production. The Wegmans launch underscores the brand’s ability to scale while maintaining its elevated approach to a nostalgic dessert category.

“We’ve had Wegmans on our list for years,” said Hannah Pollack, CEO and co-founder of Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches. “To see our products on their shelves—especially starting here in our home market—feels like a full-circle moment for our team.”

Nightingale products will begin appearing in Wegmans stores this spring, with distribution expanding across all regions.

About Nightingale Ice Cream

Founded in 2016 in a now-closed Richmond pool hall, Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches has grown from a local favorite into a nationally recognized brand. Led by culinary duo Hannah Pollack and Xavier Meers, the company is expanding across major retailers, restaurants, and event venues nationwide. Each sandwich is handcrafted in small batches with 14% butterfat ice cream, freshly baked cookies, and house-made inclusions—blending nostalgic flavors with an elevated, indulgent approach. Today, Nightingale is available in more than 5,550 grocery stores, including Whole Foods Market, Costco, Kroger, The Fresh Market, and Harris Teeter.

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