Roanoke, Virginia – On the third Sunday of July 2023, the nation is set to partake in National Ice Cream Day, with the full month also recognized as National Ice Cream Month. This tradition has been observed since 1984 when President Ronald Reagan made these designations.
Data reveals a striking penchant for ice cream among Americans, including those residing in Virginia, with an average annual consumption of about four gallons per person. Particularly in the warm summer months, Virginians express their fondness for this sweet treat.
Every city boasts its own preferred ice cream shop, and for Roanoke, that honor goes to Blue Cow Ice Cream. In 2016, this beloved parlor was founded by the husband-and-wife team of Jason and Carolyn Kiser. Today, Blue Cow Ice Cream has expanded its operations to five locations across Virginia:
- 607 William Street, Fredericksburg
- The Village 7017 Three Chopt Road, Richmond
- 12171C W Broad Street, Henrico
- 2817 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach
- 1115 Piedmont Avenue SE, Roanoke
According to the information on the Blue Cow Ice Cream website, the company is a small batch ice cream producer that crafts unique and classic flavors from high-quality ingredients, prioritizing local sourcing where feasible. Each day, they freshly churn their diverse flavors, pledging to “serve up smiles, one hand-crafted scoop at a time.”
Blue Cow Ice Cream’s commitment extends beyond just producing excellent ice cream. They also aspire to contribute positively to the communities in which they are embedded by using locally sourced ingredients and providing a unique ice cream experience. It comes as no surprise, then, that Blue Cow Ice Cream was voted as the most popular ice cream spot in Virginia.
