One Scoop or Two: Saskatchewan’s Best Ice Cream Parlours
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream…especially when it’s from one of Saskatchewan’s best ice cream shoppes. With all of the sunshine that this prairie province gets, cooling off with a sweet treat is one of the best – and most delicious – ways to beat the heat this summer. With unique flavours and locally sourced ingredients, taste the difference that Saskatchewan makes.
Homestead Ice Cream
For more than 40 years, Homestead Ice Cream has been a beloved Saskatoon institution. Just south of the South Saskatchewan River, this charming little shop prides itself on making everything in house, including all of their delicious ice cream, yogurt, sundaes and novelty items. If you’re in the mood for something truly decadent, the Triple Dip Cheesecake may satisfy your craving, while if you’re looking for something a bit lighter, enjoy a fruity scoop of frozen yogurt. Having trouble deciding? Take home a tub of your favourite flavour!
Dandy’s Artisan Ice Cream
Born from an early love of homemade ice cream, Regina’s Dandy’s Artisan Ice Cream is committed to using premium local, seasonal ingredients and reducing their carbon footprint with eco-friendly products and compostable packaging. Unique flavours like Coconut Ash Honeycomb and Cereal Milk with Caramelized Bananas are available by the scoop – top with your favourite sauce and create a unique combination that’s all your own or dig into dreamy specials like The Dandy. Vegan and gluten-free options are available, in addition to a coffee menu round out the options to enjoy in the shop or on the go.
YDB Scoops
This open-air ice cream parlour is one of the highlights of the Yorkton scene in the summer. With exceptional rotating daily flavours – past delights include Butterbeer and Honey Lemon Ginger – and unique creations like ginger snap ice cream sandwiches popping up on the menu, every visit promises a new and different experience. Also on the menu is the classic nostalgic fair treat Taco-In-A-Bag – a perfect on the go treat to complement your ice cream treat!
Mean Green Ice Cream Machine
Any celebration is a great excuse for ice cream, and this unique Food Truck (whose specialties include classic ice cream, milk shakes, floats and sundaes) will take any special event up a notch. Appearing at various Saskatchewan events like Food Truck Festivals, city parks and other celebrations, when you come across this ice cream truck, you’ll definitely want to sink your teeth into one of their 13 ice cream flavours featuring everything from classic vanilla to fruity cherry and rich mocha almond. Not sure you can wait for an event? Rent it our for your own celebration.
Beppi’s Gelato
Offering an Italian experience in the heart of the Canadian Prairies, Beppi’s Gelato brings an authentic taste of Italy to all of its patrons. Having studied at the Gelato University in Bologna Italy, the owner of this quaint little shoppe knows that authenticity is paramount, sourcing ingredients both locally from Saskatchewan and importing others from Italy. In addition to a rotating menu of small batch homemade gelato and sorbetto flavours, authentic Italian grocery items, sweets and coffee can also be found here.
Saskatchewan summer sun and a delicious ice cream cone – or shake, or sundae, or gelato, or float, or unique concoction; the options are endless – is there any better combination? The only question left is: one scoop or two?
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