9 Totally Indulgent Ontario Spots That Will Make You Scream For Ice Cream
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream. When it comes to summer in Ontario, tracking down your favourite frozen treats is always a must. Once we are all able to get out again, travelling and sweet treats will be two things on many of our minds. Well, we've got you covered, as these Ontario ice cream spots are definitely worth your time.
From Toronto's bustling downtown streets to the side roads of Eastern Ontario and everywhere in between, there are cafes, restaurants, and shops open and ready to be discovered.
Whether you are in the mood for a banana split, a 'mutant' shake, or just a good old fashioned cone, it's all out there.
When it comes to ice cream, the number of textures, toppings, and flavour combinations are almost overwhelming. And the stakes in the ice cream game are always on the up, as the astonishing $120 Trump Sundae in Vancouver showed recently.
So, this summer, grab your appetite, the crew, and maybe some loose pants, and head out for an adventure in dairy delights.
And remember: If your stomach doesn't hurt by the end, you're doing it wrong.
Hollywood Cone
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Address: 75 Consumers Dr., Whitby, ON
Why You Need To Go: How many places can you find milkshakes topped with donuts and cake?
Dairy Cream
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Address: 715 Lakeshore Rd. E., Mississauga, ON
Why You Need To Go: Dairy Cream has been in business for 62 years, so its reputation and success speaks for itself. Oh, and so does the ice cream.
Sweet Jesus
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Address: Multiple locations, ON
Why You Need To Go: "Sweet Jesus" is likely what you'll say when you see some of these menu options.
Slickers
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Address: Multiple locations, ON
Why You Need To Go: Slickers has many traditional favourites as well as unique flavours such as apple pie and Jack Daniels and chocolate.
Cauldron Ice Cream
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Address: 502 Queen St. W., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Started in California in 2014, the Queen Street West location is the only spot you can taste Cauldron ice cream in Canada. Delicious and exclusive!
Terre Bleu Lavender Farm
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Address: 2501 Sideroad 25, Campbellville, ON
Why You Need To Go: On a site that has lavender everything, of course there is also lavender ice cream available. It's truly something to behold, just don't trample any of the crops during your visit.
Central Smith Creamery
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Address: 739 Lindsay Rd., Selwyn, ON
Why You Need To Go: Although located in a small town, Central Smith's Ice Cream is known and enjoyed around the world. The wide range of flavours is definitely part of the appeal.
The General Store
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Address: 142 Bridge St., Carleton Place, ON
Why You Need To Go: If you are craving vast quantities of gelato, this is the place for you. Just take a look.
Kawartha Dairy
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Address: 89 Prince St., Bobcaygeon, ON
Why You Need To Go: Although made in cottage country, this ice cream is popular across the entire province.