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| - Atomic #7 is absolutely "da bomb" haha, ok sorry about being corny.
But seriously, I made a special trip to this ice cream, smoothie, milk shake heaven this afternoon. I found out about them through groupon and decided I've got to check it out. Also, www.happycow.net listed the place as a vegetarian/vegan/raw vegan establishment. So there I went.
When I walked in, I see metal tables and seats, a cool open bar/kitchen area where all the ice cream is made right in front of your eyes. I was greeted by a cheery young lady asking me if I had ever been there and explained how to order. I did my homework, so I sort of knew what I wanted.
It's a 4-5 step process. Pick your size, pick your liquid base, pick your sweetener, pick your flavours, add toppings and voila they will custom make your ice cream!!! Oh, and pick your container, cup or waffle cone =)
I picked the medium, raw vegan base (almond milk made fresh on the spot), cinnamon, cardamon, ginger and stevia, yes they have stevia for no added sugar calories and I indulged in a gluten free waffle cone made on premises!!! Ok, ok, I will pay for it tomorrow, but I'm here in Las Vegas how often, a few times a year maximum. I deserve a little treat.
They go to the back and first blend the concoction using a Vitamix, cool. Then they pour the blended goop into a mixer and pour liquid nitrogen to freeze the ice cream. COOL, literally, I mean freezing cold. And then they scoop it into a waffle cone. OMG, and it's all mine to eat, yummmy! I felt like a kid again. Actually, secretly, I'm a closet ice cream fanatic.
The concept is brilliant really. Create your own customized ice cream right on the spot! I love it.
This place is sooo family friendly. There were so many kids in the place. They use good natural and organic ingredients whenever possible. That makes me happy. And the owner and chef, Ginger, is such a down to earth, friendly and intelligent lady. I was impressed by her attitude and she works side by side with her staff.
Bonus, they make gluten free cupcakes too, for those who can eat baked goods.
I heard they are opening another branch in Summerlin, west of Las Vegas. Fun!!!
This ice cream paradise is highly recommended! It's a must do for locals and visitor alike. I wish I was staying longer, because I want another one tomorrow =)
I wish we had a place like this in NYC!!!
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