What does Atlantic Canada call one of its most iconic ice cream flavours?Darren Calabrese/The Canadian Press
To celebrate summer, we asked readers to tell us about the Canadian ice cream spots that make their sunny days complete. We received hundreds of responses from people eager to describe their favourite flavour, go-to local ice cream parlour or beloved made-in-Canada brand.
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a. Moon Mist. Globe reader Glen Smith from Halifax says Moon Mist is "an irresistible, otherworldly delight that feels like a sweet escape from time itself.’"
b. Blue Licorice. The flavour is almost impossible to find outside of local ice cream shops in the Prairies. Made from real licorice root, with notes of molasses, vanilla and cream, it's a rich, unusual and incredibly refreshing option on a hot summer day.
c. Moose Tracks. Named after, well, you know. The famous Moose Tracks flavour is a staple across Canada.
b. Kyoto Fog. Reader Aisha Sial from Toronto says Ruru Baked’s seasonal menu and culture reflects the diversity of Canada's biggest city. Other fan favourites include Superbaked (Pandan ice cream with Oreo cookie crumbles, brownie pieces, Skor cookie pieces and a coconut caramel swirl) and Everything Bagel (cream cheese ice cream with savoury garlicky onion brittle).
d. All of the above. Globe columnist Marsha Lederman says the unusual flavours at this East Van spot are so popular that nobody bats an eye at them anymore.
a. Filipino Rocky Road. Reader Mel Mah from Edmonton says Yelo’d Ice Cream’s options are "nostalgic and there’s something for everyone."
c. Double Chocowlate. Reader Nigel Brachi from Edmonton told us about his fond memories visiting COWS on a trip to Charlottetown, going there on the first day of the journey, and coming back on the last.
b. Chapman’s. With hundreds of responses from Globe readers across the country, it’s safe to say it’s a popular choice in the freezer aisle.