BY CLAIRe shan | @2girls2cones
...when the local-vore in you just won’t rest: Dolcezza Dolcezza’s super seasonal flavors never fail to wow us - not only because of their originality but also because of their high quality, locally-sourced ingredients. This winter we loved the tart Sicilian Blood Orange sorbetto, the soul-warming King Leo Peppermint gelato, and the tasty Banana Foster gelato. For spring, we’re looking forward to a berry-filled menu brought to Dolcezza by nearby creameries and farmers. Run; don’t walk, to one of their eight storefronts, two farmers market stands, or any local Whole Foods to give them a try! |
...if you like some science with your frozen dairy: Nicecream Factory
Across the river in Clarendon, Virginia, Nicecream scoops out delicious, made-to-order ice cream right before your eyes. Their frozen dairy is made from fresh & local ingredients. It’s super flavorful and creamy, but the exciting part is watching them use liquid nitrogen to flash-freeze the ingredients, creating a cloud of vapor as the nitrogen is exposed to oxygen. Because the ice cream is made in such small batches, Nicecream Factory’s flavors change regularly. Some 2Girls2Cones’ favorites include cranberry, speculoos, and pistachio.
Inside the District, Love ‘n Faith Community Cafe located in Columbia Heights also serves up delicious frozen dairy with a nitrogen-based science demonstration.
Across the river in Clarendon, Virginia, Nicecream scoops out delicious, made-to-order ice cream right before your eyes. Their frozen dairy is made from fresh & local ingredients. It’s super flavorful and creamy, but the exciting part is watching them use liquid nitrogen to flash-freeze the ingredients, creating a cloud of vapor as the nitrogen is exposed to oxygen. Because the ice cream is made in such small batches, Nicecream Factory’s flavors change regularly. Some 2Girls2Cones’ favorites include cranberry, speculoos, and pistachio.
Inside the District, Love ‘n Faith Community Cafe located in Columbia Heights also serves up delicious frozen dairy with a nitrogen-based science demonstration.
...if you want your toppings mixed in: Thomas Sweet
A D.C. institution frequented by presidents and interns alike, Thomas Sweet is something special. We’ll never know which president and which intern went there together, but after more than 30 years in business, Thomas Sweet has certainly had the time to perfect a thing or two about making ice cream. Their stuff is the real deal -- but what sets them apart is their signature blend-ins. Having your toppings and various flavors mixed in is a luxury you never knew you’ve been missing. 2Girls2Cones Pro tip: try a scoop of the tiramisu and/or peanut butter cup.
A D.C. institution frequented by presidents and interns alike, Thomas Sweet is something special. We’ll never know which president and which intern went there together, but after more than 30 years in business, Thomas Sweet has certainly had the time to perfect a thing or two about making ice cream. Their stuff is the real deal -- but what sets them apart is their signature blend-ins. Having your toppings and various flavors mixed in is a luxury you never knew you’ve been missing. 2Girls2Cones Pro tip: try a scoop of the tiramisu and/or peanut butter cup.
...if you want some boozy ice cream: Ice Cream Jubilee
If you were hoping for a more frozen sort of intern happy hour, Ice Cream Jubilee in the Navy Yard neighborhood is the place to turn. We’re not sure whether you can actually get tipsy from the Gin & Tonic Sorbet, Grapefruit Campari Sorbet, or Banana Bourbon Caramel Ice Cream, but these flavors will knock your socks off. Don’t sleep on their non-alcoholic flavors either! The Chocolate Matzo Crack, Marionberry, and Cardamom Black Pepper are just a few of their fantastic and unique flavors.
If you were hoping for a more frozen sort of intern happy hour, Ice Cream Jubilee in the Navy Yard neighborhood is the place to turn. We’re not sure whether you can actually get tipsy from the Gin & Tonic Sorbet, Grapefruit Campari Sorbet, or Banana Bourbon Caramel Ice Cream, but these flavors will knock your socks off. Don’t sleep on their non-alcoholic flavors either! The Chocolate Matzo Crack, Marionberry, and Cardamom Black Pepper are just a few of their fantastic and unique flavors.
Bonus Bests:
A Baked Joint and their fantastic ice cream sandwiches
Pitango and their pure and delicious gelato
Shake Shack and their DC-only custard concrete: the Washington Monumint
Trickling Springs Creamery and their peach tea ice cream.
A Baked Joint and their fantastic ice cream sandwiches
Pitango and their pure and delicious gelato
Shake Shack and their DC-only custard concrete: the Washington Monumint
Trickling Springs Creamery and their peach tea ice cream.