Yogurt Time opens tomorrow -- and hosts a free day on Saturday

We've been eying the green-tiled space outfitted with ten or so self-serve yogurt machines that flanks the walking bridge on Platte Street for a while, wondering when the place would start serving frozen treats. Yesterday, we noticed a new development: a sign. And we also got word that Yogurt Time...

By Laura Shunk

March 31, 2011

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We've been eying the green-tiled space outfitted with ten or so self-serve yogurt machines that flanks the walking bridge on Platte Street for a while, wondering when the place would start serving frozen treats. Yesterday, we noticed a new development: a sign. And we also got word that Yogurt Time will open tomorrow -- and give away the goods all day on Saturday.

Kevin Lam is the owner of this new spot, and he's mixing up a melange of flavors, including classics like chocolate and strawberry and more inventive combinations, including ginger-lemon. Patrons will serve themselves at the machines, Lam says, then pass through the toppings bar and pay by weight. He was gracious enough to let us sample a swirl of chocolate and peanut butter, and we're happy to report that it was sweet, creamy and delicious.

This Saturday, he'll try to draw people to Yogurt Time -- which is next to Colt & Gray and practically underneath the bridge -- by offering free samples. Since it's supposed to be a nice weekend, we predict he'll have plenty of takers.

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Laura Shunk was Westword's restaurant critic from 2010 to 2012; she's also been food editor at the Village Voice and a dining columnist in Beijing. Her toughest assignment had her drinking ten martinis and eating ten Caesar salads over the course of 48 hours. She still drinks martinis, but remains lukewarm on Caesar salads.

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