Update 12/06/2023: Icecream Social closed in Brunswick, but you can still find them in Thornbury.
May 8, 2021
We enjoyed getting to know Icecream Social when we visited Castlemaine in January, and we were thrilled when news came through that they're third outlet would be located in Brunswick. Their original grand opening plans were undermined by lockdowns, but they're settling in and their window full of cakes and pies is attracting plenty of walk-ins from Sydney Road.
It was difficult enough to choose among the handful of icecream flavours at the Castlemaine kiosk, and the larger shop space has multiplied the challenge several times over! I think there were around eight icecream flavours, perhaps a dozen different cakes and pies, plus a few savoury pastries and salads. I reckon a solid third of the food is vegan, and very clearly labelled. Gluten-free options are less clear, and may be restricted to a few icecreams and a salad.
We were in, first and foremost, for the icecreams. Michael went for a cone of the vegan cookie doh' ($5), while I doubled down on the vegan rocky road and dairy-based miso & walnut in a cup (pictured top; $8). I reckon the miso & walnut was the pick of the bunch - they didn't play coy with the miso, it was salty, savoury and velvety.
With all our groceries stored in backpacks, we had free hands to carry home some pies for later. The chocolate-pecan and cherry pies (~$8 each) were still in good shape the next day. It's so great to see desserts that look both delicious and home-made.
How lucky we are to have this sweet, small business open up in our neighbourhood!
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Icecream Social
421 Sydney Rd, Brunswick
0468 729 743
Accessibility: There's a small step at the door, and a relatively clear interior with a high bench against the wall, lined with tall stools. There's a single cushioned bench at a lower height near the door. We ordered and paid at a medium-high counter. We didn't visit the toilets.
This pie looks gorgerous.
ReplyDeleteOooh, this place sounds fun! And looks so cute. I am glad to hear they have some good vegan options. Though I am bummed that the miso isn't vegan, because I would eat the heck out of that. You know, if I wasn't in a different state!
ReplyDeleteHi Susan - even though the miso icecream isn't vegan, the vegan selection always has a nice variety... they're willing to stretch far beyond the usual fruit sorbets and plain chocolate!
DeleteSounds delicious - I love their ice cream I have had at farmers markets and had one visit to their castlemaine store that had some really nice savoury food too - I hope there is a little savoury in their brunswick st store but the walnut and miso ice cream sounds worth a visit alone!
ReplyDeleteHi Johanna - yep, there are a few savouries but it seemed like you had to get in fast to grab a vegetarian pastry before they sell out!
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