미국의 유명한 아이스크림 집들 (기회가 되면 로드 트립 중 들러 보고 싶은 곳들): 


10. Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain(Photo: Michael Turkel/Brooklyn Pharmacy & Soda Fountain)
Brooklyn, N.Y.
Favorite Flavor: Mint Chocolate Chip (Cost: $3.75)

Run by Peter Freeman and Gia Giasullo, Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain adds an inventive twist to classic flavors with ingredients like toffee and maple egg cream. Inside the Farmacy (or "The Farm" for those in the know), you'll find an eclectic mix of creamy malts, floats, shakes, and egg creams. Standouts include the "Rocket Shake" (a milkshake laced with fresh coffee and scoops of coffee ice cream) and the "Flatbush Ave. Float" (a blend of your choice of ice cream layered with chocolate or vanilla egg cream).

Should you prefer a decadent sundae rather than a float, try the "Sundae of Broken Dreams." This frosted dessert (vanilla ice cream drizzled with caramel sauce, whipped cream, and crispy pretzels) keeps customers smiling.

(Photo: Couresy of Roots Ice Cream)9. Roots Ice Cream
Charleston, S.C.
Favorite Flavor: Beet (Cost: $3)

As its name suggests, Roots Ice Cream is all about showcasing Charleston flavors by sourcing fresh ingredients from local farmers. And with its versatile array of seasonal specialties, including Cucumber-Mint, Bourbon-Peach, Beet, and Sweet Tea, Roots Ice Cream has become a local favorite. Although Roots has no official parlor, you can find its artisan blends at farmers markets throughout the Lowcountry, including in Marion, Kiawah Island, and Mt. Pleasant.

8. Capogiro Gelato Artisans(Photo: Courtesy of Capogiro Gelato Artisans)
Philadelphia
Favorite Flavor: Cioccolato Scuro "Bitter Chocolate" (Cost: $4.50)

If you're craving a spoonful of pure bliss, it's hard to match Capogiro's artisan gelato. Owner Stephanie Reitano has mastered the art of flavor, infusing her signature sorbets and gelato with seasonal ingredients. Capogiro's offerings vary from tried-and-true Nocciola Piemontese (hazelnut gelato made with nuts from Italy's Piedmont region) to bold flavors like peppery Basil. For a rich treat, try Cioccolato Scuro (Bitter Chocolate), a favorite among loyal fans. You can order a cup or cone at 13th Street in Philadelphia or at one of the other three locations in Pennsylvania.

(Courtesy of Sweet Action Ice Cream )7. Sweet Action Ice Cream
Denver
Favorite Flavor: Strawberry Balsamic (Cost: $2.75)

With 24 delectable flavors enriched with local ingredients, this trendy shop values quality as much as inventiveness. Its eclectic blends were not under the radar for long. Food & Wine labeled Sweet Action "One of the best ice cream spots in the U.S." and USA Today praised the parlor as the best ice cream shop in Colorado. From Salted Butterscotch to Lemon Ricotta, Sweet Action Ice Cream crafts each variety with care. For pure sweetness, give the Strawberry Balsamic or Pistachio flavors a whirl.

6. Graeter's(Photo: Courtesy of Graeter's)
Cincinnati
Favorite Flavor: Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip (Cost: $2.75)

This fourth-generation landmark creamery dates back to 1870, when Louis C. Graeter crafted the original confection in Cincinnati. The secret behind Graeter's recipes is the elaborate French Pot swirling process. Fresh cream and egg custard are gradually folded together until they reach a thick texture and one-of-a-kind rich taste. 

Then, fresh ingredients are sprinkled in, like liquid gourmet chocolate and Madagascar vanilla beans. Signature flavors include Butter Pecan (endorsed by Oprah Winfrey), Cinnamon, and Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip. Other Graeter's branches can be found in Columbus and Dayton, Ohio, and Lexingtonand Louisville, Ky.

(Courtesy of Sweet Republic)5. Sweet Republic
Scottsdale, Ariz.
Favorite Flavor: Salted Butter Caramel (Cost: $2.95)
Since 2008, Sweet Republic owners Jan Wichayanuparp and Helen Yung have attracted ice cream connoisseurs with their homemade batches. The milk and creams used are provided by local dairy farms, while tasty toppings, including marshmallows, brownies, and waffles, are all made by hand. 

And that's not all: From its birchwood ice cream sticks to its recycled glass bottles, this shop prides itself on its eco-friendliness. To indulge your taste buds with an extra burst of flavor, try the zesty Honey Blue Cheese or decadent Mayan Chocolate flavors. You'll find Sweet Republic headquartered on Scottsdale's Shea Boulevard. Sweet Republic products are also sold at select grocery stores throughout the state.

4. Molly Moon's Homemade Ice Cream(Photo: Kathryn Barnard/Molly Moon's Homemade Ice Cream )
Seattle
Favorite Flavor: Salted Caramel (Cost: $3.45)

Since opening in spring 2008, this beloved Seattle ice creamery draws dessert fanatics far and wide. In fact, Molly Moon's Homemade Ice Cream's handheld delights have become so popular that customers are willing to brave long lines for a single scoop.

Fans go wild for the Salted Caramel and "Theo Chocolate" (fudgy chocolate ice cream drizzled with fair-trade Theo chocolate bars) flavors. Another favorite: Balsamic Strawberry (made with locally grown strawberries and a honey balsamic reduction). The original Molly Moon's is located on North 45th Street, though the company also operates four other stores in the Seattle area.





(Photo: Paige Green © 2012/Bi-Rite Creamery )3. Bi-Rite Creamery & Bakeshop
San Francisco
Favorite Flavor: Salted Caramel Ice Cream (Cost: $3.50)

For a cool, creamy batch crafted from scratch, look no further than Bi-Rite Creamery & Bakeshop, a San Francisco landmark set in the heart of the Mission District. Aside from its signature creamy scoops, Bi-Rite boasts a versatile selection of delicacies, ranging from ice cream sandwiches to popsicles to fully loaded sundaes. To top it off, owners Anne Walker and Kris Hoogerhyde pride themselves on making all the toppings — including marshmallows, peanut brittle, and hot fudge — at their adjoining bakery. For intense flavor, try their "dainty gentleman" signature sundae (honey-lavender ice cream lathered in hot fudge, sea salt, and blood orange olive oil).

2. Toscanini's(Photo: James Leighton/Toscanini's )
Cambridge, Mass.
Favorite Flavor: Burnt Caramel (Cost: $4.25)

With brag-worthy accolades from the New York Times, People magazine, Bon Appetit, and Gourmet magazine (to name a few), it would seem misleading not to include this Boston-area gelato shop on our list. With its setting in the heart of intellectual academia, Toscanini's draws a cerebral clientele that sparks fresh ideas for bold flavors.

Kulfi, an intense blend with pistachios and cardamom, was inspired by a Harvard professor from India. Other notable gelato flavors include Grape-Nut, Pear Chardonnay sorbet, and the beloved Burnt Caramel. The secret behind owner Gus Rancatore's much-admired caramel concoction: Heating the sugar until the crème caramel — the golden delicious crust — appears on the surface (much like a crème brulee) and then off-setting the prominent sugary taste with cold cream and milk. 

(Photo: Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams)1. Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
Columbus, Ohio
Favorite Flavor: Brambleberry Crisp (Cost: $4.50)

With its broad selection of creative flavors — ranging from Wildberry Lavender to Riesling Poached Pear Sorbet to Brambleberry Crisp — it's no wonder Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams has foodies swooning across the nation. Jeni Britton Bauer's handmade sorbet, frozen yogurt, and ice cream push the boundaries of dessert artisanship. What makes her batches so delicious? Key ingredients, like grass-grazed cream, whole fruits, and fair-trade vanilla. You'll find Jeni's original shop in the North Market of Columbus. There are currently eight other stores spread across the state and two additional locations in Nashville.



(Source: yahoo)

첫날 뉴멕시코의 White Sands National Monument 를 출발해 향했던 곳은 Tucson에 계시는 K의 이모네. 그 날 뉴멕시코의 하늘은 날카로운 번개, 천둥과 소나기, 먼지기둥으로 요란했었다. 그리고 운전하는 K의 마음을 심란케 했다. 미국은 모든 게 크다.











밤 10시 반쯤에 도착한 K의 이모네는 작은 집 뒷 뜰에서 배, 오렌지, 깻잎, 호박, 부추, 고추 등을 재배하신다. 이튿날 아침, 간단한 집 투어를 해 주실 때에 사진 찍어도 되는지 여쭤보니 "뭘 이런 걸..." 하시며 포즈를 취하신다.











Backyard 도 아기자기하게 뭔가 많이 심어져 있지만 집 내부에도 뭔가가 아주 많이 아기자기하게 걸려 있다. (대부분은 남편께서 사 오신다는 장식품들. 그 중에 가장 귀여웠던 건 아들과 엄마 이름을 짜 놓은 하트. ㅋㅋ)











오전 11시쯤 출발해 2시간 쯤 후 도착한 곳은 애리조나의 Phoenix. 다운타운에서 조금 저렴한 호텔을 찾으니 users' rating 8/10 이었던 Hotel San Carlos 였다. 부띠크 호텔이라는 건 무엇일까.









오래돼 후진 호텔이라는 걸까. K의 ID를 사용해 할인을 받았더니 배정된 호텔방 입구부터가... 헉... 방문을 중심으로 양쪽에 미국기라니... 세련과는 거리가 멀다, 이 호텔. 게다가 페인팅을 다시 했는지 온 복도와 방 안의 페인트 냄새에 머리가 띵.
화장실에도 한 턱 계단을 올라 들어가면 아주 오래된 변기와 tub에 1928년 호텔 개장 시 사용했다는 수도꼭지도 그대로 보존되어 있다. 너무나도 작은 싱크대에 complimentary toiletry 는 세워 둘 장소도 없을 것 같은데 있을 건 다 있다. (사실 화장실은 깨끗했고 유일하게 페인트 냄새가 안 나는 safety zone 이라 잠 못 들었던 새벽의 2시간은 마른 tub 바닥에 앉아 사진 정리 좀 하고 있었지.) 











애리조나가 사막이라고는 들었지만 이렇게 더울 줄은 몰랐다. 정말 건식사우나에 히터 틀고 있는 양 이따금씩 부는 바람에서조차 찹찹한 느낌은 하나도 없다. 그래서 더 돌아다니기 전에 local cafe 에 들어가 에어콘 바람과 wifi 부터 만끽하며 마음의 준비를. K는 호텔 출구에서부터 이미 말이 없어짐.










Central Avenue 의 Central Station 바로 옆에는 Civic Space Park. 공중에 뜬 sculpture 이 바람에 둥둥 흔들리는 거 보는 게 꽤 시간 가는 줄 모르게 재밌다.










Central Station, Civic Space Park (across the street from Arizona State University), Phoenix Convention Center 와 Herberger Theater Center. (이 스케이트보드 타는 남자가 이 날 다운타운을 걸어 다니며 본 유일하게 에너제틱한 사람.)










길가에 돌아다니는 몇 안 되는 나머지는 다들 땀흘릴까 두려운 듯 매우 천천히 걷거나 서서 무표정. (미국에서 양산 쓰는 사람도 여기서 처음 본다.)

(새벽 네시에 랩탑을 켜는 건 귀찮고 간단히 아이패드에 저장한 사진 하나 업로드)









Phoenix, Arizona 는 정말 덥다. 무척 건조하기도 해서 건물을 나서는 순간부터 모공은 넓어지고 주름은 쫘악쫘악 갈라지는 게 느껴질 정도다.

그래서인지 오후 3시부터 5시까지 "다운타운"을 거닐어도 대학가를 낀 1개 블록을 제외한 거리들은 미국 서부 영화의 황량한 saloon 거리를 연상케 한다. (사진은 나중에)

그나마 버스를 기다리는 사람들도 더위에 지친 표정들.

K를 만난 후 자주 깨달은 것: 10년 가량 뉴저지, 뉴욕, 매사추세츠주에서 생활하며 나에게 익숙했던 미국 도심이 미국 다른 주의 도심을 (전혀) represent 하지 않는다는 것과 그 도심 속 미국 사람들이 미국 사람들 전체를 제대로 represent 하지 않는다는 것.

도시도 좋고 suburbs 도 좋다. 하지만 사막은 ... no, thanks.

(호텔은 1928년 지어진 부띠끄호텔이라 많은 시설에 1928년의 흔적이...ㅜㅜ. 중앙 냉방 시설은 강도 조절버튼 없이 방향만 손으로 조절할 수 있도록 되어 있어 너무나도 춥다. 가장 따뜻한 곳은 화장실. 그래서 화장실 tub 에 편히 앉아 글을 쓰고 있음. 입술이 제 색깔로 돌아올 때까지만이라도.)

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