Rita’s Ice – Philadelphia, PA

Rita’s Ice – Ice Custard Happiness
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http://www.ritasice.com

It’s that time again! I’m bringing travelling back; that good old pack your bags and hit the road, relax and drink in all the wonderful sights along the way. You’re on the road, it’s hot and you’re dry and needing something cold and refreshing; something that has that ‘ahhhhh’ factor. My gang and I were on the road to New York, we made a stop in Philadelphia, PA at Rita’s Water Ice. I truly think Rita has the best cool treats to chase those hot summer days blues away. Yuki and I ordered the Mistos, it is a combination of Italian ice and frozen custard and talk about de-lic-ious!!! Heidi, Zak and Katsumi ordered the Mocha Ritaccinos; Italian ice and frozen custard combined with a rich coffee; also available in cafe and we couldn’t leave until we all had the Blue Raspberry Ice….whoa! Divine goodness! For those who are health conscious, they serve up a lighter version of their treats – Slenderita fat-free soft serve and Sugar free Italian Ice (fat-free, cholesterol-free and trans- fat-free)

Happy Summer Drinking!

Lemon Blush

Recipe from Sophie from Laguna Beach, CA.

This summer beverage takes me back to my parents weekend summer parties. My mother would always make this delicious drink called Lemon Blush, everyone loved it. After long bike rides with my friends, she would make it for us, it definitely cools you off; the recipe is from one of my mom’s old cookbooks.

1 – 6 oz. frozen concentrated lemonade
12 – 14 teaspoons of grenadine or raspberry syrup
6 or 12 maraschino cherries

Pull lemonade concentrate in a large pitcher, add water accordingly to the recipe on the can, then add the ice and stir slightly. Pour mixture into tall ice tea glasses, then add 2 or 3 teaspoons of grenadine or raspberry syrup and add maraschino cherries.

Happy Summer Drinking!

–Thank you Sophie for the recipe, sounds delightful, love the ending =)