Hanford Insider: Superior Dairy update & a Hanford West state championship!

Send me a text and give me feedback on this episode!A near-100-year-old ice cream shop is easy to love and hard to rebuild. We sit down with Andy and Jacob Zonneveld, new owners of Superior Dairy Products, to hear why the family stepped in to restore one of Hanford’s most recognizable landmarks and what it actually takes to bring a 1929 soda fountain back to life without losing the soul that generations remember.We talk about the Zonnevelds’ roots in local dairy farming, their long-standing interest in vertical integration, and why Superior felt like the right size and the right story. Then we get into the real renovation: what they’ve discovered during demolition, why plumbing and concrete surprises can force bigger decisions, and how they’re preserving the details that matter most, including the tin ceiling, classic lighting, and those iconic pink booths. They also share the plan for an expanded takeout and fast-casual area, outdoor seating on 9th Street, a flexible party or meeting space, and a thoughtful approach to displaying Superior Dairy history with artifacts, milk cans, and old records.Food is part of the identity here, too. We dig into what’s staying on the menu, what a full kitchen makes possible, and how a dairy-focused vision could eventually go beyond ice cream. You’ll also hear how Superior’s ice cream is still made in-house, how seasonal flavors happen, and what partnerships with local restaurants look like while they weigh the realities of grocery store retail.We also hit the week’s Hanford community news and events, plus a sports recap of Hanford West softball’s Division III SoCal state championship run. Subscribe for weekly stories from Hanford and Kings County, share this with a friend who loves Superior, and leave a review to help more locals find the show.You can find the Hanford Insider at www.hanfordinsider.com and on social media at @hanfordinsiderThank you for supporting the show!