# Gourmet Ice Cream Cafes This Ice & Vice Parlor in New York Presents Craft Ice Cream Flavors By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-09-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craft-ice-cream References: [wallpaper](http://www.wallpaper.com/lifestyle/cream-of-the-crop-ice-vices-ice-cream-flavours-take-cues-from-fine-dining/9564) & [iceandvice](http://iceandvice.com/) Ken Lo and Paul Kim created this unique craft ice cream parlor titled [Vice & Ice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vice-versa) in New York City. The crafty dessert parlor offers [gourmet-inspired frozen treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cookbook-series) that are all handmade in small batches. As ice cream continues to rein as a top consumer commodity, the need for innovative ideas has become a requirement. Luckily Vice & Ice has created a decadent menu that draws in consumers from all over the city. The palror's [craft ice cream flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ottolenghi-ice-cream) include 'Tea Dance' which blends a Nilgiri tea leaf-made ice cream with lemon charcoal and salted caramel. Another fine dining dessert flavor carried by the shop is 'Shiso Pretty,' a strawberry ice cream with swirls of shiso white balsamic jam. This brand's creative twist on a classic dessert has solidified its place in the gourmet treat industry. With ever-changing flavors, Vice & Ice is a unique parlor that will satisfy any sweet tooth craving. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Craft Ice Cream:** Opportunity to create unique and gourmet flavors using high-quality ingredients. - **Handmade in Small Batches:** Potential for personalized and exclusive ice cream offerings that cater to niche markets. - **Gourmet Treats:** Demand for upscale and inventive desserts that offer a premium dining experience. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Innovation opportunities in developing and marketing high-end ice cream products. - **Hospitality:** Potential to enhance dining experiences by incorporating gourmet ice cream offerings. - **Retail:** Opportunity to partner with or provide high-quality ice cream products to specialty gourmet stores. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Asian-Influenced Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabai-creamery.md) - [Japanese-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-inspired-ice-cream.md) - [Mystery Ice Cream Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surprise-scoop.md) - [Nostalgic Ice Cream Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/van-leeuwen-ice-cream-products.md) - [Farm-Fresh Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bold-spoon-creamery.md) - [CPG-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ice-cream-project-anya-hindmarch.md) - [Coffee-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-inspired-ice-cream.md) - [Chef-Inspired Ice Cream Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nightingale-ice-cream-sandwiches.md) - [South Asian-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-kulfi.md)