Sticks & Cones — the new ice cream and ice lolly shop on Paddington Street in Marylebone — is now open.
It’s the brainchild of Petra Tanos, a Marylebone mum and resident who kept running into the same problem: her kids would plead for an ice cream, and the best she could do was a prepackaged lolly from the corner shop. And when she wanted a proper scoop for herself, there was nowhere nearby.
So she built the place she wished existed — one that brings together a love of great food, a belief in doing things properly, and a neighbourhood spot where friends and families can slow down and enjoy time together.
Every lolly (“Stick”) and ice cream (“Cone”) is made from scratch in the shop, using premium ingredients sourced mainly from B Corp-certified suppliers. Star ingredients include fresh cream and milk from The Estate Dairy, chocolate from Original Beans, and fresh fruit from Natoora. The commitment to quality means no artificial flavours or colours — ever.
“We make everything from scratch, properly — no shortcuts, no artificial anything. Sticks & Cones is for friends, families and visitors alike — anyone in Marylebone who appreciates a really good scoop, in a warm and friendly setting.”
— Petra Tanos, Founder, Sticks & Cones
Ice Cream
The ice cream is made in the gelato tradition – milk based, flavour – forward – and is served at a slightly colder temperature in satisfying scoops. The flavours are familiar in name and delightful in flavour. Grown Up Vanilla is made with whole vanilla pods and deepened with tonka bean for a more complex, interesting scoop. Mint Stracciatella features fresh garden mint, and Blue Moon combines the clean, milky taste of fior di latte ice cream with a touch of blue spirulina — giving it a joyful blue hue, with no artificial colours or flavours.
Rotating specials bring something new every week. Current flavours of the moment include Tiramisu, with chunks of savoiardi steeped in coffee and swirled with real mascarpone, and Watermelon Sugar, a refreshing sorbet inspired by Harry Styles.
Lollies
The ice lollies are a nod to paletas, the beloved fruit-on-a-stick found across Latin America. They deliver an authentic, fruit-forward experience — from classics like Mango and Strawberry to unique combinations like Pineapple Yuzu Cardamom and Lychee Raspberry Rose. Lollies are available to preorder and can be delivered to parties and events around London.
Coffee
Great coffee matters too, so Sticks & Cones serves beans from East London roastery Climpson & Sons.
The Space
The interior is cheerful throughout — a buttercream base layered with a tasteful palette of primary colours creates a warm, welcoming space for all ages. Seating for up to 20 is available at the back of the shop. Kids are especially well looked after, with an oversized magnetic wall, and a “pin your picture” board. Colourful sketches of every flavour hang behind the serving counter, adding to the shop’s playful personality.
Private Events
Private events are also available to book, accommodating up to 10 people. A mix of making — and, most importantly, tasting — ice cream, these are fun, interactive get-togethers ideal for all ages, whether it’s a date night built around a journey of the senses or a party for the ice-cream-loving child in your life. All are welcome.
A first for Marylebone, Sticks & Cones is a valuable addition to this much-loved neighbourhood — a cool-down in the middle of a hot summer, and a warm, cheerful spot to return to come winter too.