National Ice Cream Month | Special Edition

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This seasonal publication celebrates National Ice Cream Month in July 2026. It traces the holiday’s official 1984 origins under President Reagan and explains the culinary science of fat, sugar, and overrun that creates a perfect scoop. The issue ranks America’s favorite flavors, explores global traditions like Italian gelato and Turkish dondurma, and provides no-churn recipes to honor National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 19.