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  • Does Del Ray's McDonald's really beat Dairy Godmother on dessert?

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• Sorry, But My Dessert of the Summer Is From McDonald's (washingtonian.com) — If you're craving an Oreo-packed frozen treat in Del Ray, this taste-test finds McDonald's McFlurry surprisingly outshines pricier options, including Dairy Godmother's custard. The writer visits both the Dairy Godmother and the Del Ray McDonald's, arguing that McDonald's vanilla soft serve and Oreo texture balance beat beloved local and regional competitors.
   

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