Stay cool with ice cream, snowballs, and more from 4 local restaurants: Food Finds

WaTeasa Freeman, Lafayette Daily Advertiser
·2 min read

What is better on a hot day than your favorite cold treat? With weekend temperatures well into the high 90s, we could all use something to stay cool. From ice cream and snowballs to gelato and frozen daiquiris here are locally owned four places to beat the summer heat.

Cajun Sno

4303 Johnston St., Lafayette

If you are craving a true snowball stop by Cajun Sno. One of Lafayette's most popular places to get the treat, the menu has dozens of flavor combinations and sugar-free options. If you are a newbie or a pro, they have something for you.

Cajun Sno is open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Ava Buford getting sno balls from the Drive thru at Cajun Sno in Lafayatte, LA. Thursday, May 7, 2020.
Ava Buford getting sno balls from the Drive thru at Cajun Sno in Lafayatte, LA. Thursday, May 7, 2020.

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Emmy's Ice Cream Bar

481 Albertson Parkway, Broussard

Nothing quite hits the spot on a sunny day like ice cream, Emmy's Ice Cream Bar is scooping it like no other. From fresh-made ice cream sandwiches and waffle cones to classic malts and gourmet milkshakes, they have something for all ice cream lovers. They carry 16 flavors daily and often switch up the selection. Popular flavors include: What The Emmy, Exhausted Parent, strawberry cheesecake, and banana cream pie. Visit emmysicecreambar.com for hours of operation

Specialty Milkshake from Emmy's Ice Cream Bar
Specialty Milkshake from Emmy's Ice Cream Bar

Carpe Diem

812 Jefferson St., Lafayette

Did somebody say gelato? Carpe Diem Cafe downtown serves more than just coffee and wines. They produce fresh gelato in-house daily. Some of the most popular flavors include: Bananas Foster, Biscoff cookie, and goat cheese with almond and cherry. The flavors change often, so stock up on your favorites when you get a chance. For hours of operation, visit www.carpediemcafeandwinebar.com

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Daiquiri Supreme

4680 Johnston St., Lafayette

If you are looking to refresh with something a little harder, a frozen daiquiri might be what you need. There are dozens of places around Lafayette, and Daiquiri Supreme has been a long-standing favorite. With sizes ranging from small to a gallon, they are sure to get your summer party started. They open at 11 a.m. daily and are open until midnight or later.

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