Memorial Day weekend is New York City's unofficial kick off to the summer season. Hello, Shakespeare in the Park, Jazz Age Lawn Party, Governors Ball and a litany of other cultural activities from river to river. And, let's not forget: OUTDOOR DRINKING. The fun starts even before the first summer Friday with, you guessed it: Fleet Week! Men in uniforms!
If you spent your weekend running around trying to snap a #SelfieWithASailor, you are probably ready to cool off and kick back with another summertime staple: ice cream. Non-dairy ice cream.
Meet your new obsession: the recently opened DF Mavens in the East Village. It begins with a flavored cone. I picked coconut (just because I can't physically get to a tropical island doesn't mean I can't transport my tastebuds there).
Then, it's time to choose a scoop (or two). I went with New Orleans Salted Praline and had my own personal Mardi Gras flavor celebration.
For those interested in supplementing their ice cream experience, DF Mavens also sells vegan pastries, milkshakes, gourmet chocolates, and juices - in addition to pints-to-go of their ice cream.
Bottom line: this is a must-stop-spot for your New York City summer.
Bonus: you can mosey afterwards to The Grafton (the erstwhile Lunasa) to get your outdoor drinking on in their back area.
