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28 SUMMER | 2016
CRAFTSMANSHIP IN A CONE
Santa Cruz is a relatively small city, but it has become a giant in the world of ice cream. The availability of fresh local fruit and other quality ingredients has long inspired favorites such as Marianne's and Polar Bear. Recently, local pastry chefs have taken the small-batch, regional aspect a step further, combining haute-cuisine inspiration, Earth-friendly ethics, and their personal visions to create truly artisanal products. In Santa Cruz, ice cream is more than dessert: it’s a metaphor for the city’s way of life. Each ice cream parlor offers something different from the others. Every avor is distinctive, re ecting the chef’s care and the character of local ingredients. Every scoop tells a special story that adds to the magic of Santa Cruz.
by elizabeth Ivanovich
summersantacruz.com