Strawberry, vanilla, mint chocolate chip… whatever flavour you fancy, and however many scoops you can get down you, Scotland’s capital city and the surrounding area has plenty of incredible spots to get your ice cream fix.
Scroll through our picture gallery and discover 10 places in Edinburgh and the Lothians where the ice cream truly is top-notch.
5. Mary's Milk Bar
Where: 19 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2HS. Mary makes all the gelato and chocolate every morning. The flavours change each day and each season - no day is the same. But it's always delicious. Photo: Third Party
6. Di Rollo Of Musselburgh
Where: 14 South St, Musselburgh EH21 6AT. Di Rollo of Musselburgh was established in 1899 by Domenico Di Rollo who came to Scotland from Roccasecca, a small Italian village near Cassino, in Italy. Today, the range of flavours on offer has grown and is complemented by a wide selection of handmade Belgian chocolates. Photo: Third Party
7. The Little Parlour
Where: 52 High Street, South Queensferry, EH30 9HN.Nestled on South Queensferry's cobbled High Street, The Little Parlour has 52 different flavours of ice cream and all manner of delicious toppings. The gift shop is also full of lovely treats. Photo: Third Party
8. Scoopz
Where: 25-27 West Nicolson Street, Newington, Edinburgh EH8 9DB. A great place to visit for ice-cream, sundaes, crepes and milkshakes. Photo: Third Party