THE owners of an ice cream cafe in York have said a fond farewell.

The (N)ice Cream Factory on Fossgate was opened five years ago by sister-in-law team Kerstin and Heather Duncanson and in recent times has been run by Elaine and Chris, but a sign has gone up in the shop window thanking customers and saying they are moving on.

It reads: "We would like to thank and say goodbye to all our loyal customers and friends in the street.

"We have had a good time over the last few years and now it is time to move on.

"We hope you will support the new owners, Diane and Tony, like you have us."

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York Press: There are new owners at York ice cream cafe (N)ice Cream Factory in FossgateThere are new owners at York ice cream cafe (N)ice Cream Factory in Fossgate (Image: Haydn Lewis)

The original idea for the parlour was first inspired by ice creams in Michelin-starred restaurants, adding that the secret to the most delicious sundae is the best ingredients, quickly frozen and made to order.

Liquid nitrogen at -196C was used to chill the ingredients as they were churned in a tabletop mixer with the icecreams made ‘on demand’.

Flavours on offer included Malteaser, Nutella and chocolate with peanut butter, as well as espresso ice cream made with a shot of coffee from York Coffee Emporium’s Clifford blend.

The cafe has several small tables and also sells tea, coffee and other snacks.