Tag Archive: Coffee and Sweets

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Five Cool Ice Cream Spots in New Haven

July 12, 2023

Sunday, July 16th marks an international holiday, celebrated by millions, mourned by the lactose intolerant – National Ice Cream Day. Celebrate the day in downtown, where you’ll find a variety of classic and artisanal scoops to satisfy any palette, whether you’re a traditional vanilla bean buyer or a moose tracks maven. Sprinkled throughout our city are the most unique parlors and creameries, serving up smooth, creamy delights for every sweet tooth’s indulging pleasure. Here are the best places to get ice cream in New Haven.   1. Arethusa Farm Dairy  2. Ashley’s Ice Cream 3. Elena’s on Orange 4. Libby’s... View Article

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5 Places for Simply Irresistible Desserts

March 22, 2023

Maybe the kitchen is not your domain. Maybe you’re avoiding the cleanup aftermath of a baking day. Maybe you take the words “measure with your heart” too seriously to succeed. Does this mean you don’t deserve a decadent homemade dessert? Not on our watch. From decadent cakes to seasonal pastries, classic desserts to unique confections, New Haven is home to some of the best bakeries and cafes in New England. With no shortage of creative sweet treats to match our city’s creative spirit, New Haven is the perfect place to indulge in a nostalgic dessert, try a new pastry, or... View Article

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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with The Anchor Spa’s Chef Kendall Thigpen’s Molten Lava Cake

September 20, 2022

September 20, 2022 Need to satisfy your late-night sweet tooth craving? New Haven local Kendall Thigpen, Chef at The Anchor Spa has you covered. With every great chef and recipe, there comes an even greater backstory. Growing up, you could always find him alongside his great-grandmother and grandmother in the kitchen cooking up meals for the entire family. It’s from his roots, his family, where he finds his greatest source of inspiration that he brings to the New Haven culinary scene. “My great grandmother NEVER let us change the channel when visiting. That resulted in watching a lot of Emeril... View Article