Summer Essentials
Local Favorites


Check back each week for new finds!
All summer long, we’re sharing lists of our favorite local spots to keep the fun going.
This Week: Sweet Treats for the Heat

Vampire Penguin
Vampire Penguin Shaved Snow is the final evolution of shaved ice. Not to be confused with snow cones.
Must-Try Flavors: Sweet Tooth and Smoreo’s

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
Jeni’s Ice Creams builds ice creams completely from scratch using a unique recipe honed and perfected over more than 20 years by founder Jeni Britton.
Must-Try Flavors: Brambleberry Crisp and Brown Butter Almond Brittle

The Chill Hill
The Chill Hill offers homemade ice cream and self-serve frozen yogurt with your choice of over 50 different toppings.
Must-Try Flavors: White Chocolate Mouse and Peanut Butter

Marie’s Italian Deli, Bakery & Market
An award-winning, family-owned bakery with some of the best homemade desserts.
Must-Try Flavors: Lemon Blueberry Cake and Cannoli Cupcakes