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#RELENTLESSLYORIGINAL LOCAL CUISINE:
Cool Off from the Summer Sun
July 22, 2019
The dog days of summer call for sweet, cool relief. In Wichita, savor relentlessly original creations of ice cream, shaved ice, popsicles and more – all created by local innovators. What are you waiting for? Try these three can’t-miss eateries to beat that summer heat.
Little Lion Café is nestled in a stone cottage in Revolutsia, an outdoor shipping container mall and local hot-spot. The café offers homemade ice cream in 12 original flavors, including vegan and gluten free options. It also serves the best waffles in the state – according to Food Network – making Little Lion ice cream and waffles the most dynamic duo, second only to peanut butter and jelly. You’ll find yourself relieved from the heat – and ordering seconds.
86 Cold Press is a cold-pressed juice shop founded by local entrepreneur Austin Dugan. After years of battling Crohn’s disease, Austin realized how effective juicing can be in maintaining a critically strict diet. His honed recipes contain organic ingredients such as pineapple, cucumber and lime. A chilled bottle of cold-pressed juice is the ideal – and healthy – way to thrive this summer.
Paleteria La Reyna serves authentic Mexican ice cream and popsicles made in-house. Using an original blend of spices and flavors, the creamy texture and unique taste of their ice cream is unparalleled. This family-friendly restaurant also offers raspas, or shaved ice, in mango, pecan, coconut and more. Paleteria is sure to please the pickiest palate on hot summer days.
With one-of-a-kind eateries like these, you’ll be looking forward to hot summer days in Wichita. Discover more food and drink options and use #RelentlesslyOriginal while enjoying your summer treats.
