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Food and Wine

American Ice Cream Parlors

Best American Ice Cream Parlors

 Melinda Allman

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There's something about ice cream on a summer afternoon that always brings about a smile. Whether the preference is vanilla, chocolate or a more adventurous flavor, most ice-cream lovers will not hesitate to plunge, spoon in hand, into a bowl of this frozen treat. The homemade version may even tempt those who claim to have no sweet tooth at all. Homemade ice cream has a lower air content (more ice cream for the buck) and is usually made with fresh, natural ingredients. There are hundreds of parlors around the country that offer delicious homemade ice cream. Here are some of the best.


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