Best day ever...

Purchased right in Latham...

I did a lot of running around yesterday morning, trying to be as productive as possible while the weather was nice.  I was on an (unsuccessful) hunt for ramps, fearing I'm already too late.  There were none to be found at the Troy Farmer's Market so while I was working my way back to Albany, I decided to pop into the Fresh Market as a last ditch effort.  No ramps, but I did discover that the store is now carrying what is perhaps my very favorite thing in the world - Jeni's Ice Cream.  I know I'm rambled on incessantly about it here, and plenty of people in my life think I'm insane for shipping ice cream from Ohio, but it's just that good.  Especially the signature salty caramel flavor.

I stood in disbelief in the freezer section.  I may have exclaimed my joy out loud, I'm not quite sure.  For those of you unfamiliar with Jeni's, sticker shock is likely.  It was $10.99 for the pint at Fresh Market. I think it's $7-8 bucks at the stores, and by the time I have it shipped, $10 or $11 bucks a pint is about right.  Here's the thing - you don't eat a lot in one sitting.  It's so rich and satisfying that just a bit goes a long way.  I usually have about a ramekin full when I'm treating myself, so a pint has the potential to last.  Keep in mind, I said potential ...  Of course it's not an everyday treat, especially at that price point, but it is worth the occasional luxury.

So, I'm a very, very happy girl.  It's not every day you go searching for one delicacy and find another.  But if anyone has a lead on some ramps....