MY GOAT friend dad recently opened up a new spot about 2-3 years ago, had no idea about until I was…read morescrolling on FB. Seeing the Blank fam step into this next chapter was genuinely special. I've known this family since being in diapers, so watching something they've poured their hands, heart, and vision into come to life had me smiling from the moment I walked through the door.
The execution is where it separates itself. You choose your base vanilla or chocolate then let your imagination run loose with 50+ mix-ins. Everything is blended fresh and handcrafted right in front of you, which makes the experience feel much more intentional than your typical scoop-and-go. They also have a café side of the experience, serving up premium coffee and espresso creations for those of us who understand that sometimes a good cup of coffee is its own form of comfort and joy.
Of course, I had to create my own masterpiece. I went with that elegant vanilla base, pistachio, Biscoff, and cheesecake. Mike looked at my selections like I had completely lost the plot. Like "Whoa, take it easy!" Drake & Josh fans know exactly what I mean. I understood the skepticism.
Pistachio, Biscoff, cheesecake sounds like the kind of combination that could very easily become too much. But somehow, the blending process brought everything together in a way that actually worked. The richness of the cheesecake, the nuttiness of the pistachio, that caramelized Biscoff character, and the smooth vanilla base created this surprisingly balanced bite. That's what impressed me most. A lot of dessert spots can throw toppings into a cup, but creating something where the base, fruits, nuts, candies, and other inclusions actually complement one another requires quality ingredients and some real attention to the craft.
Apparently, I wasn't leaving empty-handed either. I was gifted some handmade beanwiches made by Mr. Blank. Got the dark chocolate chip cookies with that beautiful Vanilla Bean ice cream tucked in the middle. Talk about nostalgic! A well-crafted cookie, creamy ice cream, and that familiar feeling of childhood dessert done with a grown-up level of care. I also grabbed some cake pops for the road, and the cookies & cream one absolutely deserved its moment.
But beyond the desserts, the hospitality deserves its own flowers. You can tell when people are simply working somewhere versus when they genuinely care about what they're building. The staff were welcoming, attentive, and seemed genuinely happy to be there. That kind of energy matters because it becomes part of the product. But even without the personal connection, I'd be coming back. I'm not recommending it simply because my best friend's family owns it. I'm recommending it because the craft speaks for itself. The creativity is there. The hospitality is there. The ingredients are thoughtfully paired. Most importantly, you can feel the love behind what's being served.
To the Blank family big kudos, big UPS. I'm genuinely elated to see the business booming and to watch your vision take shape. Keep pouring that same love into the community and through your works. Because if this is the beginning, I can already see this place soaring!