Get Your Scoop on For Free at Ben & Jerry's Today


Updated 04/03/12 10:29 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Free Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream April 3

If you find yourself craving a tasty scoop of Ben & Jerry's ice cream today, you're in luck. Run on over to your nearest Scoop Shop between noon and 8 p.m. to get your cone of choice for free! The company is celebrating 34 years that have been chock-full of unique flavors. Today's a great opportunity to try out the new line of Greek frozen yogurt, but if you'd rather enjoy a scoop of your Read more

Do You Dread the Ice Cream Truck?


Updated 04/02/12 6:59 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Brooklyn Parents Try to Ban Ice Cream Truck

The sound of the ice cream truck playing its song is synonymous with Summer — as is the sound of kids crying when their parents say, "No. No ice cream before dinner." It's an age-old problem, and one that most mamas simply consider par for the course with parenting. But in the progressive neighborhood of Park Slope, Brooklyn, the moms are waging a war against ice cream peddling. On a popular Read more

Ultimate Beer-Lover's Dessert: Guinness Ice Cream


Updated 03/20/12 1:53 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Guinness Ice Cream Recipe

For St. Patrick's Day, I already know what I'm serving for dessert: Guinness ice cream! Since spotting the Food & Wine recipe, I've bought an ice cream maker and prepared it twice in one week. With the big green holiday looming in the days ahead, I can only imagine how many more times it'll get made. Next up: mixing in homemade chocolate-covered pretzels and ribbons of from-scratch fudge Read more

Enjoy the Frozen Pumpkin Trend in Your Own Kitchen


Updated 01/17/12 10:26 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Pumpkin Ice Cream (Recipe)

The pumpkin frozen yogurt trend is still on its sweet streak, while pumpkin smoothies have popped up at Jamba Juice. But how does the flavor translate at home? Only one way to find out: make pumpkin ice cream! That's what I did and the resulting cold treat is insanely delicious and absolutely satisfying. It has a gorgeous Fall hue, rich pumpkin flavor, and creamy thick texture. Classic pumpkin Read more

Get Up Close and Personal With Ben & Jerry's Schweddy Balls


Updated 09/11/11 11:07 AM · Posted by · 11 comments

Ben & Jerry's Schweddy Balls Ice Cream

What do Ben & Jerry's fans and Saturday Night Live viewers have in common? They both love Schweddy Balls. With the holidays fast approaching, Ben & Jerry's wants you to get up close and personal with its latest flavor, Schweddy Balls, based on Alec Baldwin and Molly Shannon's famously punny SNL Christmastime skit. The creamery starts with vanilla ice cream, which is infused with rum and Read more

Burning Question: What Makes Ice Cream Neapolitan?


Updated 09/06/11 12:35 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Neapolitan Ice Cream Origin

Neapolitan ice cream is known for its side-by-side layers of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice cream. But what does a tri-flavored ice cream have to do with the province of Naples? The origins date back to the late 1800s, when Neapolitan immigrants arrived in America with a vast knowledge of desserts. One of the sweets they introduced to America was spumoni, an Italian ice cream that was Read more

Which Popular US Chain Restaurant Dish Has More Calories?


Updated 09/03/11 11:23 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Calories in Popular Chain Restaurant Dishes

They tempt our tastebuds and add inches to our waistlines. As Sheryl Crow would say, "If it makes you happy, it can't be that bad." Unfortunately this isn't the case with these popular dishes from various chain restaurants across the US. Take this quiz to see what the results are — I promise some shockers! Source: Flickr User tedeytan Take the Quiz Read more

Simple Tip: Don't Overfill Your Ice Cream Maker


Updated 09/03/11 6:04 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Ice Cream Making Tip

The other day I was making ice cream and I filled the frozen container to the very top. About 20 minutes later when I went to check on the consistency, I was shocked to find the machine overflowing with soupy ice cream! I totally forgot that as the mixture thickens, it increases in volume. This is especially important to remember if you plan on adding in something (chopped candy, fresh fruit) at Read more

The Ultimate Ice Cream Social Menu


Updated 08/18/11 4:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ice Cream Social Menu

Here's a fun idea for a party that both children and adults will enjoy: an ice cream social! This traditional gathering, which dates back to the 18th century, is a great way to get people together. It makes a delicious event during the Summer when the weather is hot, so why not throw one now before the kids head back to school? From scrumptious sauces to marvelous mix-ins, here's the perfect menu Read more