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Vermont Cultured Butter Membrillo quince paste Rudy’s margaritas Clif Bar Ice Series

Lots of those people standing around in line must know that the wait is worth it — that the quality of ice cream at Lizzy’s in Waltham is really hard to beat. With more than 40 homemade exotic and traditional flavors usually available, making a choice can be a challenge. But on a recent humid evening, I ordered a scoop ($2.25) of the orange-pineapple ice cream in a sugar cone; not only did it serve as a quick pick-me-up, but I ended up picking up a quart of this heavenly delight ($5.75 already packed) to take home. This masterpiece reminded me of Creamsicles devoured in my youth, but with the added tang of tiny pieces of real pineapple. What great news: what was once a seasonal flavor is now available most of the year!

Available at Lizzy’s Homemade Ice Cream, 367 Moody Street, in Waltham. Call (781) 893-6677.