‘Tis the season for sweet and icy treats! From a classic mangonada to innovative ice cream nachos, we’ve rounded up a list of great local spots to cool down with delicious desserts. Former food contributor Helen Xu joined host Bree Davies and producer Olivia Jewell Love last summer to share their picks for the best places to indulge in cold, sugary goodness and make the most of this sweltering summer.

This episode first ran on June 5, 2025.

See a list of the treats we mentioned: Where to Find Denver's Coolest Cool Treats

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