A Full Circle

The soda fountain originated in 1990 when Andy and Debbie Ullrich

opened Hawthorne Drugs’ doors. The idea behind the soda fountain was to draw

more customers into the store. Fortunately, the soda fountain’s business has

bloomed in the past 20 years. Customers have enjoyed coming to the pharmacy,

not only to get prescriptions filled, but also to sample soda shop faves such as

homemade sandwiches and classic hot dogs. A trip to Hawthorne Drugs was

never complete without a stop at the soda fountain for a chicken salad sandwich,

a chili dog or a milkshake. Because the soda fountain has become so busy, we

decided we needed to expand! This is where I come in…

So who is “Em” anyway?

I (Emily) began working my very first job at the soda fountain in 1998, the

summer I turned sixteen. As the years went by, I came and went from Hawthorne

Drugs while I figured out the right career path for me. Long story short…here

we are, 12 years later. In the past 12 years, I’ve come full circle (and married the

owners’ son in the meantime!) I’m back at the soda fountain, but this time, it’s

my Kitchen and I’m excited to introduce you to our expanded menu in addition

to your classic Hawthorne Drugs soda fountain favorites.

I am inspired by food, family, friends, and fun – so come on in, have a cup

of coffee, enjoy the conversation, and start making new memories at Em’s

Kitchen!