Here’s the scoop on 15 Southern parlors that make their delectable ice creams in-house.
Here’s the scoop on 15 Southern parlors that make their delectable ice creams in-house.
In 2015, she decided to fill the void by starting Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream.
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The concept had humble beginnings: She worked in her home kitchen and sold at farmers' markets.
Now, there are more than 20 locations throughout Central Florida.
Bonus: Kelly’s also has non-dairy options for those who don’t consume lactose.
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If you are in town during an event, you may find Sweet Things serving their creams off-site too.
In the 1940s, the ice cream was originally only available at the campus cafeteria.
Its treats have been a hit with locals and visitors ever since.
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Grandma is known to go wild and create exciting new flavors, such as the recent Dill Pickle.
This bit of history and ingenuity pairs perfectly with the creative flavors found at Mayday Ice Cream.
The cows are allowed to graze on pasture 365 days a year and are hormone-free.
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you’ve got the option to also visit their other Tennesse locations in Sevierville and Morristown.
If so, Craft Creamery provides an over-the-pond taste within the city ofHouston.
Located within the Montrose neighborhood, this shop is the brainchild of Chef Steve Marques.
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Beardcat’s is known for its house-made gelato that’s made in small batches using ingredients from the Lowcountry.
The menu features 20 rotating seasonal flavors.
The shop is located under the Obstinate Daughter, a two-time James Beard Award nominee.
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Geri-Martha and Ryan O’Hara began working together under James Beard Award-winning Chef Frank Stitt in 2010.
Four years later, the two got married and began to launch their small business.
Believe it or not, Geri-Martha and Ryan began making ice cream and selling it from their driveway.
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Since 2017, they have opened two more Alabama locations in Huntsville and Homewood.
This creamery is known for its artisanal ice cream made with local, seasonal ingredients.
Big Spoon also offers a selection of ice cream sandwiches and sundaes.
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This ice cream parlor is a must-try when visiting Birmingham.
Thanks to their nationwide shipping, you could enjoy Leopold’s anywhere in the South.
Their flagship location is in the heart of downtown Savannah.
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Leopold’s has held on to the top-secret recipes and techniques that the three brothers created when they opened.
They locally source all of their ingredients and utilize nearby farmer’s markets and farms.
This ice cream parlor has often been referred to as “the best ice cream in Mississippi.”
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Don’t be surprised if there’s a line when you visit.
Seasonal flavors like Blackberry Goat Cheese and Blueberry Cobbler keep customers coming back for more.
Chef Bryan Gilmore, who has been an employee since day one, handcrafts each batch of ice cream.
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Over the years, Creole Creamery has hand-made 99 different flavors, including seasonal specialties.
Despite their large selection of unique flavors, American classics will always be available at their locations.
Their ice cream is what they are best known for.
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Their selection consists of over 100 flavors.
Braum’s triple Chocolate Cheesecake and Premium Amaretto Peach Charlotte are two fan favorites.
Dolly’s has an immense selection of flavors.
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Many campers cherish stopping at Dolly’s as a family tradition.
Dolly’s also has tubes for customers to rent for floating down the Davidson River.
This ice cream shop opens seasonally during the spring, summer, and fall.
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There’s a flavor for everyone here.
explorebrevard.com/businesses/dollys-dairy-bar; 128 Pisgah Hwy, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768; 828-862-6610
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