Best of Boston

1997 Best Ice Cream

Toscanini’s

This stuff is outrageously creamy. The consistency is mousse-like without being airy, rich without being heavy. Toscanini’s selection of original flavors seems to change hourly (depending on how busy they are) and ranges from the exotic (cardamom) to the stout (Guinness…yes, that Guinness) to your basic chocolate and vanilla. The prices are a bit steep but worth it.

899 Main St., Cambridge, 617-491-5877,