Salt & Straw opened this morning on Henderson Avenue. If you’ve heard the name and wondered what the fuss was about, today is a good day to find out.
The Portland-based ice cream company set up at 2323 N. Henderson Ave., Suite 107 — right next door to Gemma, open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. The phone is (214) 716-2440. You can walk up or order ahead at order.thanx.com/saltandstraw.
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Forty-five minutes east of Dallas, train conductors stop their trains to get a scoop of peach ice cream. That tells you most of what you need to know about Ham Orchards.
It started with a firefighter and a hunch. Dale Ham had spent 32 years with the Richardson Fire Department when something came over him in 1979 — he wanted to grow peaches. He bought 23 acres just east of Terrell, planted 50 trees, and waited. Every tree survived. When the peaches came in, Dale and his daughter Sharien set up a card table on the side of the highway and started selling out of the back of a pickup truck. The railroad told them they were too close to the tracks. They moved above the tracks. The line of customers followed them up.
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In Richardson, Texas, Sweet Firefly offers a refreshingly creative take on the classic American ice cream shop. Located at 2701 Custer Parkway, this cozy, inviting parlor has become a favorite among locals for its bright, family-friendly atmosphere and a commitment to quality that’s evident in every scoop. With soft lighting, cheerful colors, and a no-frills approach to service, the shop strikes that perfect balance between fun and relaxed. It’s a place where kids feel at home picking out sprinkles, and adults linger just a little longer than expected, savoring every bite.
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Salt & Straw, the Portland-born ice cream company has earned a national following not by relying on nostalgia alone, but by treating ice cream as a canvas for thoughtful, well-tested ideas. Its arrival signals confidence in Dallas as a place where diners are curious, engaged, and ready for concepts that reward attention without demanding pretension.
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Joy Macarons has become a quiet standout in Dallas by doing one thing exceptionally well: executing classic French macarons with precision, restraint, and real flavor payoff. Founded by Liz Lanier, who began baking macarons at home before building the business into a beloved local bakery, Joy Macarons reflects a hands-on, detail-driven approach that shows in every box. Lanier’s background as a self-taught baker informs the shop’s focus on technique first, with creativity layered in thoughtfully rather than theatrically.
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Undivided Life is stepping in as a co-owner of Dallas-based Howdy Homemade Ice Cream, teaming up with founders Tom and Margaret Landis to help take the mission-driven brand into its next chapter of national growth.
The goal is simple and ambitious: open more stores, grow the catering business, and create even more opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities—all while serving what fans already know as some of the city’s best super-premium ice cream.
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Melt Ice Creams, founded by Kari Crowe-Seher in 2014, has grown from a charming Fort Worth original into one of North Texas’ most beloved small-batch ice cream shops, with locations now dotting Fort Worth, Dallas’ Bishop Arts District, and several other neighborhoods across the Metroplex. Each location maintains the same bright yellow branding and friendly counter-service charm, while subtly adapting to its community—whether tucked into the artsy bustle of Bishop Arts or anchoring West Fort Worth’s Magnolia Avenue.
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Just a short drive east of Dallas in the small town of Terrell, Ham Orchards has been a staple of Texas summers since it opened its gates in 1979. This family-owned farm has grown into a seasonal destination known for its abundant peach harvests, blackberries and fresh produce, Southern hospitality, and sweet and savory treats. Spanning around 100 acres and home to nearly 10,000 peach trees, Ham Orchards offers a farm experience that draws crowds from across the state each May through August.
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