20/03/2023
Looking forward to the re-opening on April 15th, under new management, of the fabulously delicious Brown Dog Ice Cream store !
It is with great gratitude we are able to announce that, Brown Dog Ice Cream, has had a change in ownership.
Miriam Wagner, began Brown Dog in 2012 and built it into one of the best Ice Cream shops in the entire state. Her dedication, attention to detail, and uncompromising approach to quality ingredients, were the main factors beyond her beloved dog Foster.
Brown Dog has had a tremendous impact on the Cape Charles community and for all who have visited and worked there.
That's why when I got a call in January from Miriam, who's life has now taken her back to her home in New Jersey, it didn't take much convincing to want to be involved.
Most importantly we discussed what Brown Dog meant beyond Ice Cream. The core values of business, and how we both had mutual respect for beginning cornerstone business here in Cape Charles, over ten years ago.
It was this conversation that lead to the belief that if we had an opportunity to be a part of maintaining this brand, it would be an honor.
Putting together a team that included some of the best people who have been an important part of our success at The Shanty and Deadrise, Reggie Harmonson, Guadalupe Alejandro and Adam Travis was a no brainer to make sure Brown Dog was maintained in the right hands.
Our focus when it comes to this transition is simple. Don't mess up a great thing, take care of the people who have been there and made it excellent, try to do the best we can for the community, and stay true to Miriam's vision.
I want to finish by just saying thank you to Miriam, we wouldn't have this opportunity without you. And also to Heather Guagenti, who has maintained that vision and will continue on with us!
We look forward to opening the doors back up and welcoming you all back for another season on Saturday April 15th!
Sincerely,
Jon Dempster
