The Potomac French Market was established in 2017 by Teri Troxell and Rene Redfield Shaw who were inspired by their love of beautiful things and the prospect of enhancing their homes. The shop was recently voted Best Gift Store in our 2022 Readers' Choice issue.
Teri and Rene have always enjoyed the open-air shops of New Orleans and Paris and their beautiful hometown of Potomac, thus inspiring the name, Potomac French Market. They hope visitors will find treasures at their market, which is an 'experience store' meaning products are different every time you visit. From vintage antiques to up-cycled modern pieces, the Potomac French Market is a treasure trove.
Visit: potomacfrenchmarket.com; (301) 807-9945; 12211 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20854
Since 1989, Sprinkles has been a staple of Potomac Village, providing homemade ice cream to locals and visitors alike. They take pride in every product that we present, including small-batch ice cream, bagels, smoothies, candies, pies, donuts, cakes and more. Sprinkles offers curated party collections that allow you to conveniently pick up one-of-a-kind birthday cards, decorations, candles, and more in one simple stop!
Visit: www.sprinklespotomac.com (301)-299-8415; 10148 River RD Potomac MD 20854
“It is important for any business owner to participate in the locality,” Sprinkles Co-owner Courtney Spaeth says, we sponsor a lot of community events, from regional schools to senior centers. As a long-time part of the local community, we see it as part of our responsibility to support as much as possible given that we are a small business."