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Latta Gelatta Challenge - 18-Scoop Ice Cream Challenge in Centerville, TN
Eighteen scoops. One massive sundae. Finish it all and earn your spot on our Wall of Fame. The Latta Gelatta Challenge has become legendary in Centerville and beyond. People travel from across Tennessee specifically to attempt it. Some succeed. Many don't. But everyone who tries walks away with a story and a serious respect for just how much ice cream 18 scoops really is.
Call (931) 729-3481 | cafe@thelocalplacetn.com
111 S Public Square, Centerville, TN 37033
The Challenge - 18 Scoops, One Massive Bowl
Here's what you're up against: eighteen full scoops of our homemade ice cream piled into one massive bowl, topped with whipped cream, drizzle, and all the fixings. You pick the flavors or let us surprise you. Then you eat. Every last bit. No sharing. No saving some for later. Finish it in one sitting and you're a champion.
Challenge Rules & How to Win
The rules are simple. You must finish all 18 scoops in one sitting without assistance. No sharing with friends. No taking breaks to walk around the block. You can take as long as you need, but you can't leave the table until you're done. If you tap out, no shame. Most people do. We'll still appreciate the effort.
Think You Can Finish It?
We've seen all types attempt the Latta Gelatta Challenge. Some look at the bowl and immediately regret their decision. Some blast through the first 10 scoops and hit a wall. Some pace themselves methodically and finish with room to spare. The common thread? Everyone underestimates how much ice cream 18 scoops really is. Don't let that stop you from trying.
The Challenge That Started It All
Our very first Lota Gelata competitor took on 18 scoops of homemade ice cream and made history at The LOCAL Place. What began as a fun idea became one of our most talked-about traditions. Think you have what it takes to complete the challenge?
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