FOOD + DRINK
Kent Ice Cream cont .
Kent Ice Cream Makers
Simply Ice Cream // Ashford
Owner of Simply Ice Cream , Sally Newell , ran a catering business for more than 20 years and it was her homemade ice cream that always received the best feedback . This helped Sally to choose a new direction ; she would stop catering and focus solely on ice cream instead . And that ’ s exactly what happened : Simply Ice Cream is now a premium ice cream brand that is much loved . The fact that ingredients are locally sourced where possible and that the ice cream is free from additives and preservatives makes it even more special .
Try Kentish cobnut fudge , caramelised brown bread , divine chocolate or pistachio ( among others ) to get the full idea of what Simply Ice Cream is all about . www . simplyicecream . co . uk
Solley ’ s // Deal
Milk from Guernsey cows is the best for making ice cream , and since the herd at Solley ’ s Farm is from Guernsey , making ice cream was a natural progression for the family run business . This was in 1985 , and Solley ’ s ice cream has been a firm favourite ever since . With almost all of the base ingredients being sourced locally , this is a true Kentish delight .
Flavours from Solley ’ s include traditional vanilla , wild strawberries and cream , iced coffee , salted caramel , blue bubblegum and liquorice allsorts . There are 15 fabulous flavours in total . www . solleysicecream . co . uk
Taywell Ice Cream // Paddock Wood
In 2006 , there was a problem . Surplus fruit from farmers ’ markets was going to waste . But , then the clever people at Taywells decided that they could use it by making ice cream – after all , if they loved the stuff , surely other people would too ? That did , indeed , happen to be the case – in fact , Taywells Ice Cream has won over 20 prestigious Great Taste awards to prove it .
Most of the recipes used to make Taywells ice cream are gluten free , to make it all the more inclusive . There are flavours that include black sesame , cherry , mango and raspberry ripple , Turkish delight and Kent cobnut . www . taywell . com
Kent Ice Cream Shops
Sundae Sundae // Whitstable
Sundae Sundae is a family run business in gorgeous Whitstable , offering homemade ice cream in a variety of exciting flavours including bacon , maple and cobnut . The cones are available gluten free if required , and everything is suitable for vegetarians ; there are even some vegan options , particularly when it comes to the luxury sorbets on offer .
As well as ice cream , Sundae Sundae offer everything you need for a fun day out at the beach including crabbing gear and beach toys . www . sundaesundae . co . uk
Mackari ’ s // Herne Bay & Sittingbourne
Mackari ’ s prides itself on a warm welcome for everyone at all its four locations – three in Herne Bay and one in Sittingbourne . With authentic , expertly made coffee , carefully chosen food options and of course the homemade Italian gelato-style ice cream , you have everything you need here to enjoy a lunch , a snack , or a quick treat .
If you like the idea of mint , peanut butter , rum and raisin , Baileys , apple crumble or banana ( as just a few examples ) then head down to Mackari ’ s . www . makcaris . com
Scoopid // Maidstone
‘ Gelato is the Rolls Royce of ice cream ’ states Scoopid ’ s website , and they may well have a point . Gelato is Italian ice cream , but made slightly differently to traditional ice cream ; there is less buttercream , for example , and it is lighter and less full of fat making the flavours stand out . The texture is utterly smooth . At Scoopid you can experience gelato as it is meant to be ... in a plethora of delicious ways .
As well as this famous gelato , Scoopid offer milkshakes – made with their own ice cream , naturally – and waffles . It ’ s the perfect place for a treat . www . scoopid . co . uk
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