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| - Back in 1994, my dad and his friend took me and my sisters to Nielsen's to try frozen custard for the first time. From what I remember, it's more rich, much creamier than ice cream or frozen yogurt. Since then, I've never been able to find anything that comes close to that creamy, custard-y frozen goodness. Apparently it's not that common here on the west coast.
Last I went back, because I had to have that smooth chocolate cone once more. There was a wait, which wasn't uncommon, being summertime in the AridZone. There wasn't a nice little old lady helping us; instead there were teenagers running about behind the counter. The entire place, small as it was, felt kinda...sticky, I suppose. The napkin counter was gross from melted messes and grinder condiments. I tried to hide my slowly-growing disappointment until I could taste the frozen custard I once knew long ago. Unfortunately, the custard itself was just not the same.
It tasted like plain ol' chocolate ice cream. There wasn't anything custard-like about it. :(
**Upon searching for reviews on the Net, I found that the Neiesens had sold the shop to a different owner, which would explain the downfall of my favorite dessert spot. However, they've recently gained ownership once again, this of course after my unfortunate visit last year, but I have high hopes! Although I have few reasons to ever find myself in Arizona again, at least I know there's one thing to look forward to if it happens.
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