Best Vanilla Bean In Town

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Brigham's vanilla is the #1 selling ice cream in the Boston area; it is also my favorite vanilla brand. America is the ice cream capital of the world, producing over 1.5 billion gallons of ice cream per year. Annually, each American consumes around 22 quarts of the creamy, frozen mixture. More ice cream is sold on Sunday than any other day of the week . . . hence today's post.

Do you enjoy ice cream and if so, what is your flavor of choice?

Reservations Not Required

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The booths, tables, mahogany wall panel, and sconces are all vintage decor at this Brighams in Wollaston Center. The present owner, who was camera shy, has kept this gem polished for 31 years.

The Scoop

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Brigham's Restaurant has been scooping out the richest creamiest ice cream on Beale Street in Wollaston for many decades. It was the place to go before or after taking in a movie at Wolly Theater located just across the street. Brigham's developed a reputation for generous portions and rich, creamy cones and sundaes; the hot fudge was to die for. Here come the cravings . . .

The businesses in Wollaston seem to be turning over, so I thought it might be a good time to document this old time favorite. It might not look too interesting from the outside but come back tomorrow for a photo of the vintage mahogany interior, truly a gem.

Open For Business

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Quincyites lined up at the Dairy Freeze on Adams Street yesterday for opening day . . . a sure sign that spring is coming. I celebrated the event with a Vanilla-Orange twist soft-serve. What is your favorite ice cream flavor?