Company Research Report: Parlor’s Handcrafted Ice Creams
Company Overview
Name
Parlor’s Handcrafted Ice Creams
Mission of the Company
Creating nostalgic ice cream flavors made from scratch using local, sustainable, and organic ingredients.
Founding Information
- Founded: 2018
- Founders: Brandon and Kellie Conant
- Key Motivation: Inspired by Italian food culture and a passion for local ingredients and classic ice cream flavors.
Key People
- Owners: Brandon and Kellie Conant
Headquarters
- Location: 6465 E Mockingbird Lane, Suite 465, Dallas, Texas 75214
Number of Employees
No information available
Revenue
No information available
Known For
- High-quality, farm-to-scoop ice cream
- Use of grass-fed milk and pasture-raised eggs sourced from local DFW farms
- Commitment to sustainable and organic practices
Products
Ice Creams
- Classic Flavors:
- French Vanilla Bean
- Sweet Cream
- 5 Mile Chocolate
- Cookies & Cream
- Mint Chip
- Cold Brew
- Chocolate Chunk
- Double Chocolate Chunk
- Milk & Cookies
- Brownies a la Mode
- Seasonal Flavors:
- Autumn Pumpkin (Fall)
- Apple Pie (Fall)
- Gingersnap (Winter/Holiday)
- Eggnog (Winter/Holiday)
- Rocky Rudolph (Winter/Holiday)
- Sweet Peach (Spring/Summer)
- Strawberries & Cream (Spring/Summer)
- Limited Edition Flavors:
- Pecan Praline
- Blueberry Pound Cake
Ice Cream Sandwiches
- Toffee Toffee
- Chocolate Cookies & Cream
Key Features
- Local Sourcing: Milk, eggs, and additional ingredients are primarily sourced from local farms and small businesses.
- Sustainable Practices: Ingredients are often organic or sustainably produced.
- House-Made Process: The entire creation process, from mixing to pasteurizing, is done in-house.
- Add Mix-Ins: Local baked goods, jams, and chocolates are added during the churning process.
- Compostable Packaging: All cups and spoons used are compostable.
Recent Developments
New Products Launched
No specific new products mentioned recently.
Added Features to Existing Products
- Emphasis on seasonal and limited edition flavors aligns with high-quality local and seasonal ingredient sourcing.
New Partnerships
- Continuation of strong relationships with local partners (e.g., Mill-King for grass-fed milk, Comeback Creek Farm for organic strawberries).
Press Coverage
- April 2024: Lakewood/East Dallas Advocate on 2nd-year anniversary
- October 2023: Dallas Observer – Fall Flavors
- August 2023: D Magazine – Best of Big D 2023
- Coverage by various outlets including Community Impact, Dallas Observer, D Magazine, and more from 2020 to 2024, showcasing regional impact and recognition.
Business Operations
Local Sourcing
- Local Partners:
- Mill-King: For grass-fed milk & cream.
- Comeback Creek Farm: For organic strawberries.
- Winona Orchards: For local peaches.
- 5 Mile Chocolate: For sustainably sourced, fair-trade chocolate.
- Candor Bread: For local baked cookies.
- Oak Cliff Coffee Roasters: For sustainably sourced coffee.
- White Rock Granola: For local granola.
Catering Services
- Mobile Scoop Cart: Available for events such as birthdays, weddings, and office gatherings.
- Pricing: $5.75 per head with a $450 minimum.
- Flavors Available for Catering: Classic flavors only, no rotating or seasonal flavors.
Shop Information
- Hours: Monday–Sunday, 12pm–9pm
- Email: info@parlorsicecreams.com
- Phone: (214) 281-5057
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