Milk Gone Nuts
As July temperatures creep up to the 100°F mark, cool off and celebrate what’s left of National Ice Cream month with some of the most delectable and refreshing treats Miami has to offer.
Traditional with a Twist
Celebrate America’s birthday month with two different modern takes on American classics at Artisan Kitchen & Bar {658 Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne; 305.365.6003}. Their Tarta Tatin gives good ol’ apple pie a twist with an upside-down caramelized apple tart topped with vanilla ice cream. If you’re more of a hands-on ice cream fanatic, try their Ice Cream Sandwich filled with vanilla ice cream and strawberries. The twist? The ice cream is sandwiched between two decadent options: a brownie or a gooey cookie.
The Dolce Vita
Sample the dolce vita while getting your caffeine fix with a creamy and energizing Affogato from Dolce Italian {1690 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 786.975.2550}. Vanilla ice cream, espresso, and a shot of Frangelico… how can you go wrong?
Instagram-Worthy Pops
Not only will these museum-worthy popsicles satisfy your taste buds, but they are vegan, gluten-free, and made with a variety of nut milks that take the guilt out of treating yourself! With flavors like Almond Strawberry dipped in chocolate and Chocolate Chips and Coconut Spinach, there’s a flavor for everyone at Milk Gone Nuts {1840 Alton Road, Miami Beach; 305.535.5000}.
Spheres of Decadence
Hakkasan {4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach; 786.276.1388} heats up the night with two decadent takes on ice cream: their palate-teasing Chocolate Raspberry Sphere and their Dulce Panna Cotta. Accompanied by a light almond sponge and a flavorful scoop of lemon verbena ice cream, the first of the two is made to melt on your plate and in your mouth. The warm pistachio frangipane, sour cherries, and tangy blood orange sorbet served with the Dulce Panna Cotta will leave you begging for more.
Happy dining!
By Claudia Da Silva | Contributor