Best Gelato in Chelsea

"Owner and chef Liz Mok creates small-batch ice cream and ice cream truffles using pure Ontario dairy, the best premium dark chocolate and whenever possible, local ingredients from the bountiful Ottawa region. The shop on Bank Street in Centretown offers mainstay flavours like Black Sesame or Ginger Vanilla Bean, as well as rotating flavours like Black Cumin & Chocolate, Red Bean or Vegan London Fog. Visit on Wednesdays to try their famous bubble waffles that come in flavours like Earl Grey and Apricot & Cardamom."

"Find it: This ice cream truck is always on the go, so click here to find out where they’ll be stopping next, themerrydairy.comThe atmosphere: This old-school mobile shop serves up scrumptious gourmet ice cream from the sweetest mint and white vehicle.Number of flavours: A rotation of 18 all-natural flavours that are made in-house in small batches.Dietary friendly: Yes—their ice cream is nut-free, they make gluten-free waffle cones*and* their homemade Merry Pops are vegan!. The most unique flavour: Roasted Banana!. Don’t miss: Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Frozen Custard, drizzled with caramel sauce, is a must-try."

"We love The Merry Dairy, but did you know they have cakes available?. No matter the season, kids love an ice cream cake (and adults do too, right?) Treat every guest at the party to a The Merry Dairy ice cream cake. Their vanilla funfetti or Oreo ice cream cakes are available to order for pick up, and custom writing can be added to any cake."

"Merry Dairy serves frozen treats and drool-worthy ice cream and can be found in various places across the city in the summer—visit their website to keep up to date on where the next stop will be (you don’t want to miss it)."

"Find it: 71 George St., 300 Coventry Rd., loisnfrimasicecream.comThe atmosphere: Located in the Byward Market (and one other location in the city), this colourful ice cream joint is a staple in O-Town for the past 30 years.Number of flavours: Over 50 flavours on rotation, plus sundaes, milkshakes and soft serve.Dietary friendly: Yes—they have a vegan Mango sorbet and a sugar-free Cappuccino ice cream.The most unique flavour: Cherry Brandy!. Don’t miss: Reeses Pieces—because peanut butter and chocolate is a no-brainer combination. FILED UNDER:summer 2018"

"The corner of George and William Streets in the ByWard Market area is a dessert destination with two sweet staples: BeaverTails pastries and Lois ‘N’ Frima’s Ice Cream. Lois ‘N’ Frima’s has been making classic, rich ice cream since 1984 using Ontario's farm-fresh milk and cream. Their roster of 60 flavours includes Black Cherry, Chocolate Orange Sunshine and Strawberriana."

"This little ice cream stand at 71 George Street has been serving their homemade ice cream to Ottawa since 1986 and has over 50 flavours available, including dairy-free and sugar-free options. Their ice cream is made fresh with ingredients from Ontario, making it rich and mouth watering, especially on a hot summer day."

"Some of the region’s freshest and most inventive doughnuts are served at Mimi’s in Manotick, a southern Ottawa suburb. Their options change regularly so visit often to try flavours like cannoli, chocolate mousse and lemon meringue. Mimi’s celebrates seasons and occasions with doughnut specials like ginger snap, pumpkin spice latte cheesecake and Nutella doughnut."

"Initially started as a chocolate drinking bar, Cacao 70 soon started to transform chocolate into exciting flavour adventures. Adventures we are sure your date will just love. Cacao invites you and your date to try the following: crunch, sip, slurp and savour your way to a state of chocolate."

"This spot is amazing and the best place to have a picnic in Ottawa, surrounded by beautiful leafy trees. It covers an area of 26 hectares and is part of theCentral Experimental Farm of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. It faces Dow’s Lake and has a pond with cute bridges."

"Established back in 1889, these 64-acres of rolling land showcases a large plant collection of 4000 species. The Dominion Arboretum is Canada’s oldest arboretum with 1000 tree species, several microclimates, and wonderful panoramic views.Address: Arboretum, OttawaWebsite"

"I think last summer I went here so often I could of drawn a detailed map of the whole park!. But it’s filled with so many different types of scenery. It’s right by the canal, so we have water."

"On the banks of the Rideau Canal at the mouth of the Ottawa River sits Major’s Hill Park. A downtown based urban green space, Major’s Hill Park is situated among several of the most notable buildings in Ottawa, including Parliament Hill, the National Gallery of Canada, the U.S. Embassy, and the Byward Market."

"The park is situated near majority of the museums and churches in Orleans and is close to the Ottawa River. Many visit the park because you can see many of the historical sites of Orleans from here. The place is quaint and tranquil with well-kept lawns along with beautiful natural sceneries."

"Ottawa’s first park, Major’s Hill Park is a perfect place to relax in between the exploration. It, being Ottawa’s main venue, hosts several important and big events like Canada Day. But for us, it was the oasis of peace amidst all the hustle and bustle of the capital city."

"This airy patio was featured on Open Table’s list of 100 Best Outdoor Dining Restaurants in Canada for 2016. Bazille is located at Nordstrom on the rooftop terrace of the CF Rideau Centre – Ottawa’s largest shopping destination. Enjoy locally sourced, fresh salads, specialty entrées, signature cocktails and more!"

"Did you know that there’s a park and garden on top of Rideau Centre?. This is where you’ll find Bazille, the rooftop terrace patio that is part of Nordstrom. I’ve been to Bazille a few times and always enjoyed the atmosphere and the food, and found the service to be very good."

"The Canadian Museum of Nature is one of the most popular kids’ attractions in Ottawa with a rich collection of fossils, mineral and rocks, exhibits of wild animals, birds and insects and a stunning exhibit of the marine and fresh water fishes including a skeleton of a blue whale. The in-house library is just what you need to unleash your inner-geek and go through the vast collection of bo...Read more"

"Visiting the Canadian Museum of Nature is more or less like exploring a world of dinosaurs. Beginning with extinct animals, the journey reaches up to today’s animal population and keeps you informed about the things you ought to know. Due to that, this historic place has and will always be a top tourist attraction that keeps people excited and happy."

"The Canadian Museum of Nature, established in 1856, is home to a jaw-dropping collection of over 14.6 million specimens from the natural world."

"Canada's Cold War Museum is located outside of Ottawa in a large underground facility that was constructed in the early 1960s to protect important functions of the Canadian government in the event of a nuclear war. This was one of several self-sufficient, shock-resistant, radiation-proof underground shelters built across Canada during the Cold War, as part of Project EASE (Experimental Army Signals Establishments). Political critics coined the nickname "Diefenbunker" in reference to Prime Minister John Diefenbaker, who promoted their construction."

"Discover the the Cold War era on a tour of this 100,000 square foot facility and see the Medical Centre, the Bank of Canada Vault, the Prime Minister's Suite and more.". 3911 Carp Road, Box 466 Carp, Ontario K0A 1L0  tel.: 613-839-0007  toll free: 1-800-409-1965  e-mail: tours@diefenbunker.cawww.diefenbunker.ca"

"Why You Need To Go: For a one-of-a-kind experience, you can go underground and explore a gigantic Cold War bunker. The Diefenbunker will have one-way walking paths throughout the museum and reduced capacity, but all the exhibits will be open."