Clementine's Naughty and Nice Creamery is set to open its doors, offering a unique twist on the classic ice cream experience. This small-batch ice creamery, founded by Tamara Keefe, is known for its handcrafted, alcohol-infused flavors, catering to both the 'naughty' and 'nice' tastes of its customers. The shop's menu features a range of 'nice' flavors, including Gooey Butter Cake, Italian Butter Cookie, and Salted Cracker Caramel, as well as 'naughty' alcohol-infused options like Manhattan, Amaretto Sour, and Pink Champagne Sorbet. Keefe's vision for Clementine's is to create a space that brings people together, inspired by her childhood memories of making homemade ice cream with her family. She aims to provide a high-quality, handcrafted ice cream experience, navigating strict dairy regulations to ensure sanitation, safety, and equipment standards. What sets Clementine's apart is its proprietary process for infusing alcohol into ice cream, developed in partnership with food scientists and chemists. This process, combined with Keefe's focus on joy, connection, and belonging, creates a unique and memorable experience for customers. The shop also offers non-dairy options, including vegan and allergen-free products, making it accessible to a wider audience. Keefe's passion for culinary adventures and her desire to create a space for connection and happiness are evident in her founding of Clementine's. With locations in Missouri, Illinois, Kansas, and Arkansas, as well as partnerships with Schnucks grocery stores and nationwide delivery through Goldbelly, Clementine's is poised to become a beloved destination for ice cream lovers across the region. Keefe's personal journey, from leaving the corporate world to founding Clementine's, showcases her dedication to creating a unique and memorable experience for her customers. As an ice cream chef, she embraces the culinary world, drawing inspiration from customers, friends, fellow chefs, and restaurateurs. Her goal is to provide a high-quality, handcrafted ice cream experience that stands out from the ordinary, and she believes that Clementine's will become a cherished part of people's lives, creating memories and connections that last a lifetime.
