NSU is a unique and lively campus, but that doesn’t mean that Sharks can’t band together and take an afternoon to explore the South Florida area — even if that just means finding a quaint place to study.
After a long stressful day or when I have an intense craving for a sweet treat, my go-to spot has become “The Magic Cow” in Davie. Located on South University Drive right across from Walmart, this quaint little ice cream shop is easy to miss, but don’t write it off just yet— it is worth a second glance.
For ice cream connoisseurs or even picky treat-lovers, this place has all of the appeal of any other well-known ice cream or dessert shop, rolled into one. This small business is owned by a Scottish couple, who make handmade ice cream and other sweets like made-to-order cakes, with unique flavors and delightful toppings. Each order is mixed with desired toppings on a cold stone and offered with a choice of cup or a variety of cones.
Their flavors are not only unique but also insanely accurate, with fun flavors like buttered popcorn, birthday cake and key lime. A must-try flavor I suggest is Parma Violet. It tastes exactly like you’d imagine the flower to taste, in the best way possible. With so many flavors to try and 50 options or more available daily, it could be hard to make a decision. Luckily, customers are welcome to try as many samples as they need to make a final decision on their tasty treat.
The welcoming and “small-town” atmosphere that this shop offers is also another perk. With a wall full of sticky-note adorations, music played softly through the radio and a small seating area, it is the perfect place to grab a bite and talk with friends or family. There is a table of business cards for local necessities, fundraising and other charities, which any customer has the option to donate to or support during their visit. To encourage customers to return, they offer small punch-cards. After your fifth purchase, you get the sixth item free. These are all examples of how the atmosphere is kept fun and friendly but also charitable and add an extra personal touch to the Davie community.
They also ensure to accommodate customers with dietary restrictions. For those with dairy intolerance or plant-based lifestyle, they offer low fat yogurts, smoothies, italian ices and other dairy-free items.
With Yelp and other review sites proving time and time again that the shop is a customer favorite, there is no reason you shouldn’t stop in and try all the magic that this cow has to offer.
4298 S. University Drive
Davie, Fl 33328
Price Range: $3-25
Smoothies, Cakes, Ice Cream, Shakes, Sundaes, Floats
