RubberDucks to dress things up as Akron White French on July 19

BUY THE WHITE FRENCH SALAD DRESSING TICKET PACKAGE

(AKRON, OHIO) January 29, 2024 – The Akron RubberDucks will rebrand to the Akron White French for one-night only on Friday, July 19 as part of the RubberDucks created Only in Akron series.

White French salad dressing is uniquely an Akron thing! When most people think of French salad dressing, they picture a bright orange hue and a sweet, tangy taste. However, Akronites have been topping their lettuce leaves with an entirely different dressing that has its origins in the Rubber City. White French salad dressing has a smooth creamy texture, tangy taste with hints of garlic flavors and, as the name suggests, a white hue. This unique salad topper is not often found outside the confines of Summit County.

The origin of who first began to serve White French salad dressing is up to debate, but Papa Joe’s restaurant (owned and operated by the Iacomini family for generations) was one of the first. Some Akron foodies contend the old Stouffer’s restaurant at the Summit Mall was the first place to serve the unique dressing, but both sides can agree the salad dressing originated in Akron and has become an area staple ever since. White French salad dressing is served by many Akron area restaurants, and Akron’s own Ya Ya’s Salad Dressing is the only company that bottles White French to sell in grocery stores.

“White French salad dressing is truly a unique Akron creation,” RubberDucks President and General Manager Jim Pfander said. “From Papa Joe’s to Ken Stewart’s to the many Akronites who have mixed up their own versions at home, this salad dressing is an Akron favorite. We can’t wait to celebrate White French salad dressing on July 19 as it becomes the next rebrand in our Only in Akron series.”

You can purchase the “White French salad dressing” ticket package today and receive a ticket to the July 19 game and an Akron White French adjustable hat. The package is $40 and can be purchased here. Limited number of packages available.

Select Akron White French merchandise is available now online at rubberducks.milbstore.com and in the RubberDucks Team Shop. Full Akron White French merchandise will be available at a later date.

2024 Season Ticket and Flex Ticket packages are available now by visiting akronrubberducks.com or by calling 855-97-QUACK.

The Akron RubberDucks are the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians. The RubberDucks season at Canal Park begins on Friday, April 5 against the Altoona Curve at 7:05 p.m. Fans can purchase tickets by calling 330-253-5151 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, or visit akronrubberducks.com/. For more information about the team, please call 330-253-5151, visit the website at akronrubberducks.com, Facebook page facebook.com/AkronRubberDucks, or on Twitter @AkronRubberDuck, and Instagram @akronrubberducks.