"On Sunday afternoon, April 3,1892, after services at the Unitarian Church, Reverend John M. Scott paid his usual visit to the Platt & Colt Pharmacy in downtown Ithaca, New York. Shop proprietor, Chester C. Platt, was church treasurer and he met often with Scott for conversation after services. Seeking refreshment for himself and the reverend, Platt asked his fountain clerk, DeForest Christiance, for two bowls of ice cream. But instead of serving the reverend plain vanilla, Platt took the bowls and topped each with cherry syrup and a candied cherry. The finished dish looked delightful and tasted delicious—so much so that the men felt obliged to name the new creation. After some debate, Scott suggested that it be named for the day it was created. Platt concurred and the first "Cherry Sunday" was born."That's the story behind Ithaca's sundae which took place in 1892. Since then, the popularity of ice cream sundae grew worldwide. There are other claims of sundae ownership. However, only Ithaca so far can compile the most evidence to support their claim.
- Newspaper Article, Ithaca Daily Journal, April 11, 1892
- Newspaper Ad, Ithaca Daily Journal, April 5, 1892
Hmmm.. I wonder if the ice cream sundae in Ithaca is more delicious than in other place. Anyone wants to go there with me?
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