Emery Thompson in Brooksville celebrates 121 years of ice cream machine history. The company's "batch freezer" ice cream makers gave Ben & Jerry their start.

Ice cream, on the other hand, is lighter due to its higher churn rate and increased air content. Graeter, however, argues that no freezer aisle in a major grocery store carries genuine Italian gelato.

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the iconic frozen treats destination is continuing its beloved annual tradition, inviting guests to celebrate the first day of spring with a FREE Rita's ...