All articles tagged with #ice cream
Dairy Queen is closing 46 locations nationwide, with Texas taking the biggest hit after its operator declined renovations (about 42 Texas closures in Feb–Mar), while Alaska loses three stores leaving only one Blizzard location in Soldotna. A longtime Montana outlet in Great Falls also shut, but Dairy Queen is planning Puerto Rico expansion and continuing to roll out new flavors and partnerships.
Halo Top was the most-searched ice cream brand in the U.S. from April 2025 through April 2026, per Innerbody Research's Google Trends analysis; other top brands included Cold Stone, Breyers, Talenti, and Häagen-Dazs. The piece attributes the spike to Halo Top's 'feel-good' positioning and healthier formulations, while noting that online interest doesn't always translate to sales and that some low-sugar options use sugar alcohols like erythritol, which may have health considerations.
The Washington Post’s Food team shares five staff-favorite summer recipes to try this season, including No-Churn Ice Cream, a creamy Greek yogurt tart with a quick crust, a Tuscan pan‑zanella-inspired salad skillet, a crab pasta dish and a bright succotash skillet—each highlighting seasonal produce and offering easy, crowd-pleasing options for warm-weather gatherings.
A US couple in central Rome were charged €44 for two maxi ice creams (plus extras like macarons and pistachio cannoli) at a shop near Piazza Navona. The receipt, shared by Nicole Ann on social media, went viral and sparked a debate about tourist traps and price transparency in popular areas; the tourist said she doesn’t plan to contest the payment and noted prices elsewhere in Italy have been lower.
Straus Family Creamery is recalling several organic ice creams sold in pint and quart sizes due to potential metal fragments. Affected lots include Vanilla Bean (pint; best by Dec 23 or Dec 28, 2026), Strawberry (quart; best by Dec 24, 2026; pint; Dec 25, 2026), Cookie Dough (pint; Dec 26, 2026), Dutch Chocolate (quart; Dec 27, 2026), and Mint Chip (pint; Dec 30, 2026). The recall covers 17 states; no injuries have been reported; discard the product and do not return to stores. Check the FDA notice for exact lot codes and dates.
Large dairy studies have occasionally found that higher ice cream consumption correlates with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes, a surprising result that researchers cannot fully explain. Explanations include reverse causation (people at risk cutting out desserts), reporting bias in dietary surveys, or possible biological factors; yogurt shows a more consistent protective effect. The finding should be interpreted cautiously and ice cream should not be considered a health food, with more research needed to understand dairy’s impact on metabolism and diabetes risk.
Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel outlines six practical rules for living longer and better, promoting sustainable habits over restrictive dieting; he enjoys treats like ice cream in moderation and suggests small portions a couple of times per week can fit into a healthier lifestyle.
Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, claims that Unilever blocked the company from launching a Palestine-themed ice cream flavor to express solidarity with Palestine. Cohen plans to independently create a watermelon-flavored sorbet symbolizing Palestinian solidarity, highlighting ongoing disputes over the company's social activism and independence following Unilever's control. The controversy underscores tensions between corporate ownership and social mission commitments.
The article ranks eight Costco frozen desserts from worst to best, highlighting their flavors, textures, and value, with It's-It Mini Ice Cream Sandwiches taking the top spot for their nostalgic and perfect balance of flavors.
An election official in North Carolina, James Edwin Yokeley Jr., was arrested after police reviewed video evidence showing him placing MDMA and cocaine in his grandchildren's ice cream, leading to his resignation and charges of food contamination, child abuse, and narcotics possession.
James Yokeley Jr., chairman of the Surry County Board of Elections, was charged after police found evidence he placed MDMA and cocaine in his granddaughters' ice cream, which they did not consume. He was arrested and posted bond, leading to calls for his resignation from officials.
Scientists are exploring the use of polyphenols, natural antioxidants found in fruits, to create ice cream that resists melting by forming a supportive network within the cream, potentially leading to more durable frozen desserts, though it may alter texture and does not prevent melting entirely.
Over 110,000 cases of various ice cream products from Rich Ice Cream Co. have been recalled across 23 states due to potential Listeria contamination, with consumers advised to discard or return affected products.
Van Leeuwen Vanilla Bean Ice Cream is praised for its simple, natural ingredients and French-style custard tradition, making it a top choice for high-quality vanilla ice cream with real vanilla beans and minimal additives.
Breyers has recalled 6,668 cases of Rocky Road ice cream due to packaging errors that could pose a risk to individuals with nut allergies, specifically because of mislabeled packaging that could cause allergic reactions. Consumers are advised to check their product's lot and UPC numbers and contact Breyers for more information.