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| - In Hindi, Jalsa means:
1) Celebration
2) Festival
3) Fun
And let me tell you, with those Indian inspired ice cream flavors, there will most certainly be a celebration going on in your mouth.
Andrew C. and I dropped in on a whim last week after seeing Jalsa had opened up in the space once occupied by Mind Over Batter, aka "The Salad Store". Here's lookin' at you, Boo-Boo (Missy F.)!
When we walked in, the shop was very clean and modern. Jay was quick to greet us and make us feel welcome and asked how we discovered the store.
"Uhhh ... You guys were setting up shop when I stopped by in February to bring cupcakes to my very sick BFF in the hospital?"
*halo!*
Now, you should know that Jalsa also has cupcakes (have yet to try them) and your typical ice cream flavors.
But we made it clear to Jay that night that we were after those Indian delights, baby!
Jay let us sample just about everything: Saffron, Mango, Lightly Gingered, and a ton of others I honestly cannot remember due to the intense sugar high.
I ended up getting the Rose; Andrew C. the Cashew Raisin.
The Rose was super creamy, light and refreshing - Something that doesn't always happen with ice cream. So good; the Rose flavor was very noticeable, but not overpowering or artificial.
Oh, and about the product: Jay told us that with the exception of a few flavors made by vendors, Jalsa's ice cream is made in house!
And at just under $3 for a massive single scoop dish, how could you go wrong?
Supporting local never tasted so good.
Pst, a carryover from the previous business: Bring your ticket stub from Pollack Cinemas next door, and get a free scoop!
I can't wait to come back, and being that Jalsa is less than two miles from our home, I anticipate more late night drives / walks for ice cream. Danger zone! ;)
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