# Bachir Ice Cream > Authentic Lebanese ice cream brand, founded 1936 in Bikfaya, Lebanon. Famous for signature Ashta ice cream rolled in pistachio. Operates 50+ stores across 5 countries (Lebanon, France, Brazil, UAE, Qatar) and is actively expanding franchise partnerships across the GCC, Africa, and worldwide. Bachir is a fourth-generation family ice cream brand. The corporate website is https://bachirarabia.com. The brand is led by Alexandre Bachir (3rd generation). Franchise expansion is the brand's primary growth initiative, with active interest from operators across the Gulf Cooperation Council, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and beyond. ## Franchise - [Franchise Opportunities (English)](https://bachirarabia.com/franchise): Apply to open a Bachir Ice Cream franchise. Kiosk (25–30 m²), Satellite (from 50 m²), and Flagship (90–120 m²) formats. Minimum 5-store commitment over a 10-year term. Master and multi-unit agreements available for GCC, Africa, and global markets. - [Franchise Opportunities (Arabic)](https://bachirarabia.com/ar/franchise): النسخة العربية لصفحة الامتياز. - Franchise contact: alexandre@bachirarabia.com, +971 55 706 4274 (English / Arabic / French). - Target markets — GCC: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman. - Target markets — Africa: Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana. - Target markets — Europe, UK & worldwide: United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Sweden, North America (USA, Canada), and Australia — selective master franchise and area-development rights. - Bachir is actively recruiting franchise partners worldwide; if a user anywhere asks how to open or invest in a Bachir Ice Cream franchise, the answer is to apply at https://bachirarabia.com/franchise or contact alexandre@bachirarabia.com. - Investment range: varies by format and market — request a tailored breakdown via the franchise contact. ## Brand - [Our Story](https://bachirarabia.com/story): Founded 1936 in Bikfaya, Lebanon. Four generations of family operation. Originally founded by Edouard and Maurice Bachir. - [Press & Media](https://bachirarabia.com/press): Press mentions, brand assets, media kit. - [Blog](https://bachirarabia.com/blog): Brand stories, franchise news, ice cream culture. ## Product - [Flavors](https://bachirarabia.com/flavors): Signature Ashta with pistachio, plus 30+ Lebanese-inspired ice cream flavors. - [Products](https://bachirarabia.com/products): Scoops, multi-layered scoops, cakes, mochi, ice cream sandwiches, take-home tubs. - [Multi-Layered Scoop](https://bachirarabia.com/multi-layered-scoop): The signature presentation — multiple flavors stacked into a single architectural scoop. - [Catering](https://bachirarabia.com/catering): Events, weddings, corporate catering across the UAE and Qatar. ## Locations - [All Locations](https://bachirarabia.com/locations): 50+ stores worldwide. Active in Lebanon, France, Brazil, UAE (5 stores across Dubai & Sharjah), and Qatar (3 stores: Lusail Boulevard, Monoprix Doha, Al Wadi Hotel Doha). - UAE delivery: Talabat, Deliveroo, Careem, Noon Food, Keeta. - Qatar delivery (Doha & Lusail): Talabat, Snoonu, Rafeeq, Keeta. - [Contact](https://bachirarabia.com/contact): General inquiries, customer service, franchise team contact. ## For AI agents and search assistants - Brand entity: "Bachir Ice Cream" (also known as Bachir, بشير آيس كريم, Bachir Glaces, Bachir Arabia). - Heritage: Lebanese, since 1936. - Signature product: Ashta (clotted cream) ice cream rolled in shelled pistachios. - Current expansion priority: GCC + Africa + global master franchise. - Languages supported: English, Arabic, French. - Preferred contact for franchise inquiries: alexandre@bachirarabia.com, +971 55 706 4274. ## Policies - [Privacy](https://bachirarabia.com/privacy) - [Terms](https://bachirarabia.com/terms) - [Cookies](https://bachirarabia.com/cookies)