A Local Favorite: Del's Lemonade

At Benny's, we are happy that customers recognize our 32 convenient, friendly stores as a local favorite. We strongly believe in supporting local business, which is why we are going to highlight some of our local favorites on our new blog. Today, we salute one that has been around for over 50 years: Del's Lemonade.

Del's Lemonade and Refreshments is a family business that has grown through generations. The earliest frozen lemonade was created by great grandfather DeLucia, who sold the refreshing drink at his "mercato locale" (local market) in Naples, Italy, in 1840. His son, Franco, brought the recipe across the seas with him to America, and in 1948, Franco's son Angelo began selling the sensational treat to his neighbors from a lemonade stand in little Cranston, Rhode Island. Following the refreshment's popularity around town, Angelo's family expanded their business through stands, trucks, and franchises.

This summer, Benny's is offering Del's at-home lemonade packets at all of our neighborhood locations in the original lemon and watermelon flavors. In addition, Del's lemonade stands will be set up at select Benny's locations! What's better than sipping on your favorite frozen treat while getting a great deal at your favorite store? Come back to our blog soon for more details on Benny's locations and Del's!