A multiple winner in this category, Dio Mio keeps the faith through some simple, sterling business practices. “We’re a local company and everything’s made in small batches with no artificial flavours,” says Jed Roche, co-owner and manager of the downtown café and ice cream parlour. “We also have the most elaborate variety of flavour options.” He’s not kidding. For example, rosewater mint is a unusually popular choice. And if you are a regular visitor to Dartmouth Crossing, you can find their many, many flavours at a recently opened second location, 21 Logiealmond Close. 5670 Spring Garden, 492-3467
First runner up: il Mercato Ristorante
Second runner up: Sugah