Have you heard of Steve's ice cream? If you've lived around here for a long time, you may know it. The original Steve's ice cream opened in Davis Square in 1973 but was sold in 1977 and eventually closed in the late 1990s. I've only lived around here since 2006, so I missed the original Steve's. Lucky for me though, after all these years, Steve's is finally returning to Somerville! And to celebrate, Steve's and Taza Chocolate threw an ice cream party last night.
(Note from Steve's ice cream's PR rep: "This new rendition of Steve's has been launched by David Stein who used to scoop ice cream at one of the original Steve's in Boston when he was in college. Dave learned to do expert Mix-Ins and how to make Steve’s ice cream by hand in the original Steve's store. Ever since, he’s dreamed of recreating the excitement that was unique to Steve’s -- the lines around the block, the wild flavor creations and the sheer joy of ice cream Steve’s inspired.")
This was no random pairing. Steve's believes in using the best ingredients and knowing where those ingredients come from to make the best ice cream, so Taza chocolate can be found in many of Steve's flavors. (This philosophy extends to all of Steve's small batch ice cream flavors, from the mix-ins to the dairy products used to make the ice cream.)
Last night I was lucky enough to sample a few different flavors of Steve's, as well as munch on some Taza chocolates and sip on a Dark Russian Cocktail. I also got to catch up with Elizabeth, Aimee, Fiona, Melissa, Pam, and Shelby.
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| Noah from Steve's mixes up some Dark Russian Cocktails |
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| Dark Russian Cocktail Strong and chocolatey! |
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| Mint Cacao Chip This is one of Steve's nondairy flavors made with coconut creme. It was smooth, creamy, and minty! |
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| Mexican Chili Chocolate This had a nice bit of heat from Taza's gaujillo chile chocolate. |
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| Salty Caramel ice cream sundae After taking a bite of this, my first thought was this is salty, in a good way. |
After we had filled up on ice cream and Dark Russian Cocktails, it was time to head out. Steve's and Taza made sure we got a little something to take home with us too -- some Steve's chocolate sauce made with Taza chocolate.
I'm so excited that Steve's has returned to the area and that I got a chance to try so many interesting ice cream flavors. We have a lot of great ice cream shops around here, but there's always room for one more -- especially one that puts so much focus on flavor and ingredients. For now, you'll be able to find pints of Steve's at the Taza Chocolate Factory Store and eventually at Whole Foods.
(Note from Steve's ice cream's PR rep: "As far as retail locations, we're focused on getting the two stores in NYC/Brooklyn open before we head to Boston/Somerville -- but we'd love to be there one day in the future.")
Thank you to everyone at Steve's and Taza for throwing such a great party and introducing me to Steve's ice cream.
What Steve's ice cream flavor sounds the most intriguing to you?
23 comments:
Looks like it was a great event - love the drinks!
I think this calls for a showdown next time I'm in Boston. Steve's v. JP Licks. It's on.
This looks like it was a fabulous event!
Looks like a fun time! I am sad to have missed it.
Where are they opening?
Awww this post reminds me of my dad :) I remember Steves growing up...it was my Dad's FAVORITE ice cream, and he was a self-proclaimed ice cream connoisseur haha! After the closed he would always compare any vanilla ice cream and hot fudge to theirs. Actually a few years ago I discovered Herrels in Harvard Sq and apparently its the same as STeves...just different name, "Herrel" was Steve's last name I think? Anywas...can't wait to visit their new location!! And Thanks for the little reminder of my dad :)
Wow, purely ice-cream?? You must have enjoyed yourself with the many different flavors surrounding you!~ :D
such a bummer I had to miss this one! looks like it was a good time.
Looks like such a fun time! Excited to try some ice cream and that it is almost ice cream season (officially!)
Someone's quick! Thanks for being my Dark Russian drinking buddy :)
I like your recap! I loved the salted caramel sundae and the chocolate covered hazelnuts! It's like bite-size nutella.
I was bummed to have missed it. Looks like a great time with great ice cream! I will definitely have to try the dairy free ice cream there, I'm always looking for some that has great texture.
Great recap! And that cocktail looks absolutely delicious!
oh that sounds awesome! i would love to try their coconut cilantro lime :)
Looks like a lot of fun! So sorry I missed it. Unfortunately, it overlapped with our Whole Foods store tour. Hoping to make Taza's next event.
Welcome back, Steve's...We've missed you!
I need to make friends in the icecream or froyo biz...I want to be a taster.
Looks like such a fun event!! Salted caramel sundae? sign me up!
If Steve has restarted Steve's does that mean he is no longer involved with Herrell's?
In a Facebook comment exchange with me this morning, Judy Herrell (of Herrell's) says that Steve is still fully involved with Herrell's Ice Cream and has nothing to do with the new Steve's Ice Cream.
https://www.facebook.com/juherrell/posts/134576319206
Thanks, Ron. I am working on getting answers for you from the people at Steve's. Just to clarify, I never said Steve Herrell was involved.
That was a mistake on the part of Adam Gaffin at Unihversal Hub, which he has now corrected. However, I would have made the exact same mistake upon reading your blog post (and the website of the new Steve's).
I love Taza Chocolate and look forward to seeing this new enterprise establish itself in Somerville, by whatever name.
Thanks for the heads up on the new ice cream shop in town! I'm thinking a Cambridge/Somerville ice cream tour might be a good project for this summer. Right now I'm a bit obsessed with Toscanini's, but I look forward to trying Steve's and giving Toscanini a run for its flavors!
Wow, this place looks amazing. I'd definitely have to try Samoa gelato and also those chocolate lollipop-type things look amazing!
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