While out and about exploring the NORA District in West Palm Beach I found this adorable ice cream shop. I had heard of Van Leeuwen but was not that familiar with the company. It turns out they have been around for quite awhile. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream was founded in 2008 in New York City by brothers Ben and Pete Van Leeuwen and Laura O'Neill,. The trio started their business with a yellow food truck that served artisanal, high-quality ice cream. They gained popularity with their simple, premium ingredients and creative signature and seasonal flavors and have now expanded to grocery store distribution and over 70 shops nationwide.
Van Leeuwen had a wide variety of flavors to choose from including Espresso Fudge Brownie, Peppermint Stick, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Cinnamon Caramel Apple, Cookies and Cream, Earl Gray Tea, Big Face Affrogato, Sicilian Pistachio, Marionberry Cheesecake, and Praline Butter Cake, along with your more classic choices like Strawberry, Chocolate, and Vanilla, There were also nine vegan choices that included banana bread pudding, strawberry matcha, and strawberry shortcake. You can top your ice cream with sprinkles, syrups, and sauces and eat it in cones and cups.
Everything looked delicious and after a few taste tests and consultation with the friendly employee I finally decided to indulge in a waffle cone of Espresso Fudge Brownie which I was told was one of their most popular flavors, topped with a scoop of honey comb, a hard to find favorite. It was the perfect pairing and I loved it down to the last lick. You can also take their ice cream home in pints. From what I tasted, this ice cream is top notch. I think I found a new favorite spot. read more