Wanderlust Ice Cream & Sorbet

Wanderlust follows through with a concept that I thought about a while back and figured would not make it at a Farmer’s Market: local ice cream sold at the trendy/​hip place to get your groceries. Can a little portable ice chest REALLY keep cold creamed products frozen for a number of hours greater than can be counted on a single hand?
Wanderlust follows through with this idea wholeheartedly, and they keep the ice cream nice and cold until you are ready to purchase or indulge. As expected, the goods are very pricey; $ 7 a pint, $ 2.50 a scoop.
As I bit in, I figured: «Oh, Austin ice cream. It must be health conscious and not be very creamy or heavy.
It was actually both creamy, and provided a very full mouth-​feel. It had great flavor to boot. I went with the Ginger Brandy, and it was almost gelato-​like as it melted. The ginger really came out, and the brandy provided a touch of manliness. Wow. Touch of manliness… never again shall that term be used. Additionally, the seasonal pumpkin spice was fantastic.
Yes, the availability of this dairy product may certainly have the same appeal as following trailers via social media. But I really wish I could have constant access to Wanderlust’s offerings. Get you some… on Wednesdays 3−7PM or Saturday 9AM-​1PM. It will be worth your ambition.

I love getting to see Angel’s smiling face up here at Lakeline — so glad she’s closer now! We went, like, 3 weeks in a row — but haven’t for 2 weeks — and I’m suffering from withdrawal!
As an Indian, i can say this: chai. ice. cream. rocks.
IT IS RIGHT ON! go go angel :)

Most Americans do not get nearly enough ice cream in their diet.
Sure, it’s tough. Especially with all those designer-​brand options and cartons with pictures of flowers and cows on them. Plain confusing if you ask me.
You open a lid and expect unicorns to be inside.
But then you have this.
Burnt Caramel Iced Cream that’s exactly what it says it is.
Burnt. Caramel. Iced. Cream. All of those words are true.
Give me more.

Angel’s Wanderlust ice cream is decadent and delicious! I’m not really a sweet-​tooth person, but the creamy richness and unique flavors have me eating 2 scoops! I would recommend this ice cream for walking around on a hot Texas summer day or served as a dessert after a gourmet meal. The Earl Grey and Sangria flavors, I would especially recommend. Do yourself a favor and try some out at the farmers market!

Just a quick or not so FYI update… The Sangria Sorbet sells out fast! So, if you are like me and hit 2 other Farmers Markets before making it to the Sunset Valley FM call ahead and ask Angel to save you some.
Darla A. saved the day for my sweet cold craving when I ran into her Barton Creek FM and she suggested I call and reserve some. Not having my phone on me Darla made the call and handed her phone over to me…
When I got to Wanderlust just before closing time and told Angel I was Tara who had called to save some Sangria Sorbet She said «OOO You are Darla’s friend! She is our best customer! We love her!» Made me feel like I was friends with a celebrity:)
Proof that the Sangria is chock full of fruit… You will get lots of blackberries seeds in your teeth!
Do not were a white shirt cause it stains!
On a 100+ day it will drip down your arms and dogs will try to lick you to death!
Look in the mirror when you get to your car because you will likely have a stained mouth and seeds in your teeth…
Enjoy!

Okay, in general I’m not a huge ice cream eater… but the Wanderlust stuff has me feeling like a convert, especially in the 100-​degree heat we’re having here in central Texas.
The sangria sorbet is one flavor I can eat every day. The texture is smooth and easy to scoop and it’s filled with flavorful bits of blackberries. The fruitiness is a little tangy and just-​right sweet. The sorbet finishes strong with delicate overtones of a dry red wine. It’s my hands-​down favorite.
My Vietnamese sister-​in-​law raved about the Vietnamese Coffee ice cream after trying it last week. I’ve gotta agree with her, it’s one rich flavor and again, not overly sweet. I suggest topping with toasted almonds and shredded coconut for a crunchy, cool summer treat!

Wonderfully crafted, truly artisanal style ice creams and sorbets that are locally sourced and sustainably produced. A range of creative flavors and consistently smooth and balanced texture to suite even the most demanding palate. Angel’s Wanderlust Ice Cream and Sorbet is by far the best show in town.

As a self-​proclaimed foodie and travel whore, I have the desire to wander and travel about the world to experience new cultures and try delicious local cuisine. The experiences lead me to be more daring in my expressions of food and dining while I am at home.
There are some trips, there is that one dish, that one item that is so fantastic it inspires the wanderlust inside of me. But it is not always necessarily the desire to physically travel there, but more to recreate a moment, a smell, a taste or a feeling that hand made, local and natural foods create. Like a warm summer afternoon strolling the Piazza del Campo in Sienna Italy, with the smell of garlic and bread baking in the air while I savored every delectable bite of my pistachio gelato.
Last weekend, I met the always smiling Angel Young. She is the artist behind Wanderlust Ice Cream & Sorbet. They make all natural products, source locally, and have Vegan and Gluten Free options in their offerings.
They have been showcasing 4 flavors a week at the Sunset Valley Farmers Market. So far, I have sampled their Dreamy Vanilla, Earl Grey and Vietnamese Coffee ice cream options and their Sangria sorbet. They say their flavors are inspired by their global wanderings. I find that every single bite and taste is a little piece of heaven that takes me back to a favorite place in my travels for a magical moment or inspires the wanderlust to travel yet again, to add more delicious experiences to feed my senses and expand my repertoire.
I cannot wait to be inspired by some of their other gems as they introduce them at the market like ice cream flavors: Madagascar Vanilla Bean, Ginger & Brandy; Chocolate Rosemary; Fresh Mint Chocolate Speck; Strawberry Buttermilk; Burnt Caramel and Peaches & Cream; and sorbets like: Basil Lime; Strawberry Lemonade; Mango Lime and Blueberry Mint.
As the poet said, «The Wanderlust has taught me. .. it has whispered to my heart…
«And I’ve got to thank the Wanderlust for that.» — Robert William Service

Spotted Wanderlust at the Sunset Valley Farmers’ Market this past Saturday. It was their first weekend there and they had the following flavors: vanilla bean, earl grey, mango & peaches, and sangria. I liked earl grey the best. The ice cream was super creamy and rich. You could definitely tell Angel uses top notch ingredients. While the $ 2.50 scoop is small, it’s enough given the richness of the ice cream. Angel also does private events/​ice cream socials. Give her a try!