DOLCE NEVE GELATO
This Austin favorite crafts artisanal gelato and sorbetto using traditional Italian methods and locally sourced, natural ingredients. Flavors like Ricotta, Honey and Pistachio exemplify the brand’s dedication to simplicity and quality. At the same time, its commitment to the slow food movement is evident in its partnerships with local farmers and artisans. dolcenevegelato.com
GATI ICE CREAM
Born from a surplus of mangoes at Thai Fresh, Gati Ice Cream now offers more than 40 rotating vegan and gluten-free flavors, each crafted with a coconut milk base and most containing no more than four ingredients. Unique options include Black Sticky Rice Horchata and Thai Tea. gatiicecream.com
JENI’S SPLENDED ICE CREAMS
A true Austin staple, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams delights locals with its unique, handcrafted creations. With three locations across the city, Jeni’s is known for its smooth, buttercream texture and imaginative flavors, each made with fresh milk sourced from family dairy farms. Try a few spoonfuls of the recently introduced Citrus Glazed Pound Cake and Green Smoothie. jenis.com
With “everyday” and seasonal ice cream flavors like Cilantro Lime, Dewberry Corn Cobbler, and Sweet Cream & Strawberry (pictured above), Lick Honest keeps fans “screaming” for more.
PHOTO BY ANNIE RAY
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LICK HONEST ICE CREAMS
Lick churns up small-batch scoops with a Texas-sized passion for local, seasonal ingredients, so fans have come to expect authentic, inventive flavors like Roasted Beets and Fresh Mint. Every pint is free of artificial flavors and made with milk from grass-fed cows sourced primarily statewide. Plus most of the mix-ins and toppings are made in-house. ilikelick.com
LUV FATS ICE CREAM
Rich, creamy and completely dairy-free, this small-batch ice cream is made with avocados and coconut milk for a luscious base. Austin-based founder Chi Ndika draws inspiration from her Kenyan and Nigerian heritage, creating inventive flavors like Yaupon Matcha Lavender using fresh herbs, nuts and local produce. luvfatsicecream.com
ZEDS
Bringing a taste of New Zealand to Austin’s East Side, Zeds crafts made-to-order ice cream by blending a vanilla base with fresh, locally sourced fruits, including strawberries, blueberries and bananas. Pledging to use all-natural ingredients ensures each soft-serve swirl is vibrant, fruity and refreshingly straightforward. zedsicecream.com
