Month: July 2015

Ice Cream Flavors: Think New and Unusual

Ice Cream Flavors: Think New and Unusual

From Eater.com, weird and unique ice cream flavors. A look at how modern tastes are pushing the envelope with ice cream. Weird flavors equal fun ice cream. “Bacon, Foie Gras, and Durian: How Ice Cream Parlors Are Moving Beyond Vanilla,” by Brenna Houck. Eater.com. +Renee …read more

Hot Dog Cupcake – in Celebration of National Hot Dog Day

Hot Dog Cupcake – in Celebration of National Hot Dog Day

A little pastry fun here: how to make a decorative cupcake topper: a hot dog and drink! While today is National Hot Dog Day here in the U.S., these cupcakes are perfect for any day for a summertime sweet treat. 🙂 Video is from Pink …read more

Using Alcohol in Ice Cream: Tips and Guidelines

Using Alcohol in Ice Cream: Tips and Guidelines

If you’re making a little spiked ice cream to cool you down, these rules for making your icy treat will come in handy.

The Real Rules of Making Boozy Ice Cream via Serious Eats, by Max Falkowitz, is a pretty good primer on using beer, wine, and spirits for ice cream, sorbet, and frozen yogurt.

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