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summer treats
Cool down with an ice cream cone or
Italian ice at these great places in Queens
BY AUDREY CICERELLO
editorial@qns.com
@QNS
When the summer comes, the undisputed
best treat to have is one that both
invigorates your taste buds and cools you
down.
Th at’s right: we’re talking about ice
cream and ices! Here are the best places
to visit in Queens:
1. 10 below Ice Cream: 136-
17 39th Ave., Flushing
10 Below is an iconic and cultured
establishment that is the fi rst of its kind
in New York City. Its Th ai-inspired ice
cream rolls give customers the experience
of watching their treat created in front of
their eyes, and earning a delicious reward
aft er. It is a completely unique experience
that you do not want to miss!
2. Cold Stone Creamery: 176-
60 Union Turnpike, Flushing,
other locations across Queens
Cold Stone’s proud reputation of delicious
ice creams and fresh ingredients is
due to their constantly satisfi ed customers
and friendly employees. Th eir ice cream is
made fresh every day in each store, and is
then mixed with candies, cakes, fruits and
nuts to create your dream refreshment.
3. Carvel: 161-02 Union
Turnpike, Flushing, other
locations across Queens
If you’re looking for a delightfully
creamy escape from the heat, Carvel is
the place you should be. Created by Tom
Carvel, the establishment has been serving
its customers with delicious cakes and
creams since 1947. Th ey are sure to satisfy
your cravings.
4. The Lemon Ice King of
Corona: 52-02 108th St., Corona
Started by Peter Benfaremo, this streetside
treat shop has been making ices for
over 60 years. It is most known for the
real fruit pieces in each of its fl avors, and
its all-around quality ingredients. Th e
Corona sweet shop has received recognition
from Zagat along with multiple magazines
and survey websites.
5. Ralph’s Famous Italian
Ices: 12-48 Clintonville St.,
Whitestone, other locations
across Queens
Th is classic ice stop has been famous
for over 85 years. In 1928, Ralph Silvestro
came to the United States from Italy and
started selling his renowned ices in Staten
Island. In 1949, he opened his fi rst retail
location, and the rest is history! Th ese
delicious treats are fl avorful and refreshing.
Th ey never disappoint!
6. Eddie’s Sweet Shop: 105-29
Metropolitan Ave., Forest Hills
Th is old-school ice cream parlor fi rst
opened its doors in 1925 and has been
satisfying customers ever since. Stepping
inside, you will feel like you’ve been transported
back in time. With its tin ceilings,
antique cash registers and polished marble
counters, the environment truly fi ts
the mood as you enjoy any of its 20 homemade
ice cream fl avors.
7. Snowdays: 72-24 Austin
St., Forest Hills ; 37-20 Prince
St., Ste 1C, Flushing
Th ere’s no arguing that the new thing
in frozen desserts is shaved ice, and the
best place to get some of that is this spot!
Snowdays features a fusion of Taiwanese
and Korean shaved ice, a phenomenon
spreading quickly throughout the nation.
Th e treat combines a snowy texture with
a creamy rich taste. It is a a must on a hot
summer day!
8. Pesso’s Italian Ices: 203-
20 35th Ave., Bayside
Pesso’s is known for not only their delicious
fl avors and fresh ingredients, but
the way their products refresh you so
quickly! Th ey emphasize quality, fl avor
and texture that cannot be beaten. Add
their mouth-watering options to your
summer bucket food list!
9. Twist It Top It: 158-18A
Crossbay Blvd., Howard
Beach; 103-09 Metropolitan
Ave., Forest Hills
Twist it Top It is a self-serve frozen
yogurt joint that has a mix of 14 fl avors
and a vast array of toppings. If you’re
looking for a cool hands-on dessert experience,
this is the place to be! Th ey have
several locations around Queens for your
hungry convenience.
10. Uncle Louie G’s
With its seven locations throughout
Queens, Uncle Louie G’s never fails to
provide its customers with a delectable
chilly treaty on any occasion. Th e gourmet
chain has been sharing its delicious
recipes with the world for 40 years. Th ey
are sure to make a summer experience
one to remember.
Photo via 10 Below
Photo via Facebook/The Lemon Ice King of Corona
Photo via Facebook/Hamer Ho
Photo via Trip Advisor