AMES, Iowa — Summer is good for many things in Iowa. That list includes swimming, cool evenings, sweet corn, cookouts, and ice cream. As we celebrate Ice Cream Month, and now Ice Cream Day, July 20th, it’s good to take stock of the ice cream we have in Iowa.
There are many great ice cream vendors in Iowa. THE BEST one, is one that is near you and open with ice cream to serve. Always support your local ice cream dealer! That includes your local DQ and Culver’s, and other chains as well.
That said, there are some notable ice cream places that are fun to visit when you are on the road across Iowa. I spoke with Jessica O’Riley, of Travel Iowa, who has created a map for Iowa Ice Cream lovers called Iowa’s Ultimate Ice Cream List…