Fortunes Ice Cream
Voted the best ice cream in New York by Food & Wine Magazine, right here in the Hudson Valley.
About Fortunes Ice Cream
Fortunes Ice Cream serves as a delightful testament to inventive dessert-making in Tivoli, New York. Established in 2019 by Bard College alumni Brian Ackley and Lisa Farjam (of nearby Club Sandwich), this ice cream shop emerged from their passion for bringing unique, freshly made treats to a community they cherish. Housed in a repurposed barn on Tivoli's picturesque Broadway, Fortunes offers a bright and lively space, complete with a striking yellow spiral staircase and abundant greenery, setting a convivial scene for locals and visitors alike to enjoy their dessert creations.
What distinguishes Fortunes Ice Cream is its unwavering dedication to quality and local sourcing. Each batch of ice cream is meticulously crafted by Ackley, who relies on dairy products from Ronnybrook Farm and fresh fruits from local growers like Montgomery Place Orchards, Mead Orchards, and Rose Hill Farm. As a result, each flavor bursts with the essence of the Hudson Valley's bountiful produce. Their menu features both perennial favorites and a series of innovative seasonal flavors, such as labneh sour cherry and rosewater pistachio, which capture the fleeting yet vibrant taste of summer and fall fruits.
Even their vegan offerings showcase this commitment to quality, featuring intriguing options like dark chocolate and honeycomb made with tahini and oat milk. Fortunes’ creativity has not gone unnoticed, earning a spot as New York's best ice cream shop by Food & Wine. Named after a local character remembered for his distinctive presence, Fortunes carries on the spirit of community gathering and warmth.
Parking: Street parking available along Broadway in Tivoli
Vibe: Bright, quirky interior with community-focused atmosphere
What to try: Seasonal flavors like labneh sour cherry and vegan dark chocolate honeycomb
Who it's for: Ice cream enthusiasts and those seeking unique flavor experiences
Hours note: Open Thursday through Monday, 12-10pm
What distinguishes Fortunes Ice Cream is its unwavering dedication to quality and local sourcing. Each batch of ice cream is meticulously crafted by Ackley, who relies on dairy products from Ronnybrook Farm and fresh fruits from local growers like Montgomery Place Orchards, Mead Orchards, and Rose Hill Farm. As a result, each flavor bursts with the essence of the Hudson Valley's bountiful produce. Their menu features both perennial favorites and a series of innovative seasonal flavors, such as labneh sour cherry and rosewater pistachio, which capture the fleeting yet vibrant taste of summer and fall fruits.
Even their vegan offerings showcase this commitment to quality, featuring intriguing options like dark chocolate and honeycomb made with tahini and oat milk. Fortunes’ creativity has not gone unnoticed, earning a spot as New York's best ice cream shop by Food & Wine. Named after a local character remembered for his distinctive presence, Fortunes carries on the spirit of community gathering and warmth.
Parking: Street parking available along Broadway in Tivoli
Vibe: Bright, quirky interior with community-focused atmosphere
What to try: Seasonal flavors like labneh sour cherry and vegan dark chocolate honeycomb
Who it's for: Ice cream enthusiasts and those seeking unique flavor experiences
Hours note: Open Thursday through Monday, 12-10pm
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(845) 757-2899
12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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