Founded in 2011 by Sally Mengal, Little Rock’s Loblolly Creamery has grown steadily over the years. While its first residence was in The Green Corner Store on South Main Street, the brand soon opened an ice cream truck available for special events, and then, in 2017, set down some more permanent roots with the opening of a Scoop Shop at 1423 S. Main St. According to creative director Christen Byrd, that addition has allowed the brand to extend their hours, expand their flavor offerings (they have about 30 options available at any given time), serve coffee and beer, and even rent out a party room. “It’s allowed us to grow like crazy, and we love it,” Christen says.
Specialty hot cocoas on the Loblolly menu include turtle (pictured above), orange, Nutella, birthday cake, and honey lavender.…
The epitome of summer, a picnic on a plush lawn can’t be beat. Spread out gorgeous quilts, like this reversible number from Vesta’s, toss in an oversized throw pillow or two from Box Turtle, and let guests lounge as they see fit. We also discovered a fun alternative to making ice cream in the Play & Freeze ice cream ball. Simply load the ingredients and shake, pass or roll the ball for 20 to 30 minutes and—voila!—a fast frozen treat. Sandwiches courtesy of Catering to You in Little Rock.
