Sure, there’s nothing wrong with a scoop of ice cream on a muggy evening, but with so many frozen treats out there, why not try something less vanilla?
1. Melona creamsicles from P.A.T. Supermarket
These South Korean honeydew creamsicles have a cult following worldwide, with multiple Facebook fan pages devoted to these frozen treats. Who cares that there’s no real melon in them when they taste this good?
$4.29 for a box of eight, 675 Bloor St. W., 416-532-2961. #CHP
2. Kulfi from Lahore Tikka House
With a new patio, this is the perfect place to enjoy kulfi, a dense ice cream native to India and Pakistan. It’s made with khoya, a concentrated whole-milk substance similar to buttercream that’s imported from Pakistan and available in almond, pistachio, strawberry and mango.
$1.50–$2.50, 1365 Gerrard St. E., 416-406-1668. #LTI
3. Frozen kefir from DeKefir
This Eastern European cultured-milk drink (pronounced “kuh-FEER”) tastes like yogurt but is less tart. Part of the fun at DeKefir is picking your topping—there are around 20, including mango, papaya and dragon fruit.
$3.30, 333 Bay St., Bay Adelaide Centre, 647-352-2220. #DTN
4. Affogato from Jedd’s Frozen Custard
Jeddou Ouldcheikhna’s custard is made with eggs, beaten slowly and frozen at a low temperature for a cold sweet that’s denser, richer and has fewer ice crystals than regular ice cream. Pep up on a lazy, hazy day with the popular affogato: vanilla custard soaked in a shot of espresso.
$5.95, 2470 Yonge St., 647-349-2121. #MID
5. Mocsicles from OMG Baked Goodness
Inspired by booze but safe for kids, Lesley Mattina’s non-alcoholic popsicles, made with fresh fruit and herbs, come in Piña Colada, vodka-watermelon (jalapeno provides the zing), sangria, strawberry Margarita and the flavour that started it all, Mojito. Available July–Sept.
$2.50, 1561 Dundas St. W., 647-348 -5664. #DNW
