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August is in full swing– our hottest month in Philly, when the temperature rises to skyscraper heights. This year’s dog days of summer have been relentless, the sun going strong, throwing heat wave after heat wave at us. Feel like an egg in a frying pan just walking down the street? Then cool off from the inside out with a scoop of ICE CREAM– the perfect antidote for that overcooked feeling. Go on, give into that craving– before you have a major meltdown. Here are five spots in Philly serving up scoops to fit your style:
You like your sundae served in old-fashion flair: Franklin Fountain
Take a step back into the past at this sweet shop situated in the heart of Old City, surrounded by historic homes. Antique fixtures and furniture, a pressed tin ceiling and the pleasant old parlor-costumed staff all tie into the ambiance of an era once fashionable. Brush up on your history of the sweet treat while indulging in an over-the-top sundae made with Franklin’s homemade local-dairy-sourced ice cream flavors served in old-original glassware. The Southern Sympathizer smothered in hot caramel and studded with praline bits is sure to cure your sweet tooth. 116 Market Street www.franklinfountain.com
You like your brain-freeze with booze: PYT
Philly party promoter Tommy Up has you covered when it comes to cooling of with a kick. The event master has a section on the menu dedicated solely to adult milkshakes. Read: cold, thick, creamy, boozy, insanely good. Like Maker’s Mark? Try it mixed with vanilla or chocolate ice cream in the Jack Rabbit Slim. Prefer espresso martinis? Try the Double Espresso shake made with Van Gogh vodka. These grown-up goodies go down dangerously fast. 1050 N. Hancock Street www.pytphilly.com
You like your ice cream with an Italian accent: Capogiro:
Gelato is the name for Italian-style ice cream. It is said to be lower in fat and sugar so you can’t feel guilty about this indulgence. Capogiro’s multiple locations make it easy to get your gelato groove-on, although the selection of flavors–broader than jelly belly jellybeans–makes the scoop decision tough. Thankfully, the staff at Cap is more than happy to let you sample a mini scoop–or 10. And you can choose up to 3 flavors for your serving cup; mixing and matching different flavors is part of the fun. Multiple locations www.capogirogelato.com
You like your scoop with a group: 1st & Fresh Catering
The ultimate Ice Cream Social is one of this catering companies’ many specialties. You can throw an ice cream party in your office and cool the whole team down. 1st and Fresh will supply your sundae staples: ice cream in 3 flavors, different toppings like sliced strawberries and chocolate sprinkles, and of course, whipped cream and cherries. Split the team into two groups and have a creative cone-building contest. Your location 212-239-7445 1st-fresh.com
You can’t stand cones or cups: Bonté Wafflerie & Cafe
Looking for a better bottom for your frozen treat? Try your ice cream plied high on a decadent waffle. Air perfumed with cinnamon, sugar, and buttered toastiness lures you into to this European style café. Waffles and ice cream take on a whole new definition here. Called Gaufres, otherwise known as Belgium sugar waffles, these are not your ordinary dough based breakfast fare. Denser, sweeter, chewier–they are made to order, served hot and fresh, topped with two mounds of ice cream and drizzled with dark chocolate sauce or caramel. But eat quickly or your ice cream will become a tasty melted mess… 922 Walnut Street www.mybonte.com
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