Blue Bunny Grilled Ice Cream Sandwich

You'll flip for this hot, gooey dessert sandwich made from Blue Bunny® Peanut Butter Panic® ice cream grilled in butter on Texas toast.

I Scream, You Scream - 5 Fun Facts About Ice Cream

Most people love ice cream or frozen yogurt substitutes, but have we ever really thought about how this delicious dessert developed? Do we believe that this wonderful sweet came form Italy? If we did, we'd be wrong.

1. It is generally believed that ice cream had its beginnings in ancient China in the second century BC although some claim it was much longer ago. What is certain is that the precursors of ice cream were made of snow and were eaten by the wealthy as they could send slaves into the snowy mountains to bring them back snow for desserts. The snow was flavoured with fruit and fruit juices and must have been more like a sorbet than what we now know as ice cream. Alexander the Great is documented as eating snow flavored with honey and nectar. The Emperor Claudius (56-86 A.D.) had slaves bring him snow and this was flavored with different fruit and juices.

Ice pits were dug by slaves to store snow in China and archaeologists have found these dating back to the 7th century B.C. Alexander the Great also stored snow in such pits around 330 BC and the Romans certainly had them. In Naples the pits were across the Bay of Naples, so it could be dangerous for people to row across the Bay in bad weather. During those days, the Neapolitans had no ice cream.

2. In the mid-16th century scientists discovered that by adding salt petre, potassium nitrate to water, wine and cream, it could be frozen. They soon replaced this with common salt, so iced cream could be made more easily.

3. The story goes that Catherine de Medici took an ice cream recipe with her to France on her marriage to Henri II, in 1553. By the 17th century, King Charles II of England was eating ice cream at banquet in 1672.

The Italian Latini published his "Treatise on Various Kinds of Sorbet or Water Ices" between 1692 and 1694 and mentions a "milk sorbet that is first cooked." Filippo Baldini wrote of "milky sorbets" much later in 1775 in De' sorbetti or frozen desserts from Naples.

4. The first recipe that didn't come from Italy was Mrs. Mary Eales Receipts (the older word for recipes, published in 1718 whose recipe must have been a frozen ice cream that was not smooth, but had ice crystals in it.

5. Wall's of London began operations around 1823, selling ices in the streets of London from a fleet of tricycles with the slogan "Stop me and Buy one." Because of the scarcity of food and dairy products, this business fell into decline during the war years in Britain, 1939-1945, but after the war, Wall's invested in freezers for shops and sold off its tricycles. It is now, of course a multi-national company. And in Pakistan there are tricycles selling the ice cream in portable freezers in Pakistan, which street vendors lease form the Wall's company.

Spring is just beginning in Pakistan, so the vendors will be selling their wares once more, upstaging kulfi which is the traditional type of ice cream in the Asian subcontinent. I am looking forward to it!

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Sweet Tooth Satisfaction!

Corner candy shops may be going the way of the dinosaur, but you can still find all your favorites and more online. The web can offer a great variety of candies, and you're sure to find something to suit your taste as well as that of every member of your family. Whether you like chewy or hard candies, sweets or sours, you're sure to satisfy any sweet tooth when you shop for goodies online.

Treat your nostalgic side with a Sugar Daddy Pop. This old-timey treat dates back to 1925, and it might well have been enjoyed by your grandparents. It features sticky and tasty caramel on a stick to keep your fingers clean. This gluten-free candy is perfect for a good, long chew.

Another sticky treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth is Doscher's French Chews. Pick Chocolate, Vanilla or Strawberry...either one is sweet and tasty. These chews are a classic from the world of taffy. Most people like to eat them straight out of the package while others prefer to freeze them for an added bit of crunch. Either way you like it, you'll be thrilled with your package of Doscher's French Chews.

Have your children ever wished they could enjoy cartoon candy? Now they can with Sponge Bob Squarepants Gummy Krabby Patty Colors. These gummy patties come in four delicious fruit flavors: cherry, grape, blue raspberry and green apple. Each of your children can choose their favorite from these colorful treats, and you'll all have a lot of fun pretending you're eating Mr. Krab's Krabby Patty burgers.

Another chewy treat that comes in a variety of flavors is the Gummy Bear. You can choose cherry, lemon, grape, peach or orange in individual orders. Or pick Mini Gummy Bears or Gummy Bears that come in a variety pack. These colorful, juicy candies are a favorite of kids all over the world, and you'll think they are delicious, too. There are even Super Sour Gummy Bears and Sugar Free Gummy Bears.

But if you'd like an unusual gummy experience, maybe you'd enjoy Swirly Gummy Bears. These treats come in psychedelic, multiple colors that feel creamy in your mouth. And the fruity flavors will have you grinning with each bite.

If you prefer a more 'adult' look to your candy, but you still want that great gummy texture, try one of Dylan's Candy Bar's fruit-shaped gummies. Grapefruit Slices or Strawberries & Cream Gummys are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Gummy Apples or Sour Patch Watermelons are delicious, too, as is the Sour Fruit Salad. So pick your favorite and get ready for a burst of flavor.

Hard candy comes in a wide variety of flavors and shapes, too. Rock Candy is a longtime favorite of many people, formed through crystallization that results in serious flavors such as Raspberry Rock Candy, Grape, Cherry or Strawberry. Or you might prefer the burst of flavor that comes from Jolly Ranchers. These hard candies are great to keep on hand at home or at the office because everyone loves them...and everyone has a favorite flavor.

Remember those big lollipops you enjoyed as a child? The Large Psychedelic Pop will take your back to your childhood days. Multicolored and fashioned into a pinwheel pattern, this sweet treat will last for hours without making your fingers sticky. Your lips, however, will be another story after just a few licks on this tasty treat.

Dylan's Candy Bar carries a variety of licorice candies, too. Red or black, ribbons or wheels...pick your favorite from Black or Strawberry Licorice Wheels or a Red or Black Mix. Or choose Licorice All Sorts, which come in more than fourteen flavor combinations. These soft bites are layered with strawberry, anise, chocolate or lemon between layers of naturally flavored licorice. They're colorful as well as tasty. So are the Red Licorice Scotties. What a fun candy. It's molded in the shape of Scottish Terriers, so it's a perfect gift for the dog lover in your life.

If you like to enjoy candies but don't want the sugar that is in so many of them, take a look at Dylan's Candy Bar's assortment of sugarless treats. Choose Chocolate Covered Peanut or Raisins. The raisins are plump and juicy beneath layers of milk chocolate. The peanuts are fresh and crunchy beneath their coating of milk chocolate.

Malt Balls come in a sugar free recipe, too. The malt balls are crumbly and sweet beneath a buttery layer of peanut butter. A coating of milk chocolate completes these favorites that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without the sugar that you don't want.

Regardless of your particular candy loving persuasion, you're sure to find something to satisfy your sweet tooth from among the many candy retailers online. Check them out today and order something for yourself or a friend...or both!

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Jelly Belly Celebrates the 6,000,000th Visitor

In 2013, we welcomed our 6,000,000th visitor to tour the Jelly Belly California factory. Congratulations to Stepan S., visiting with his wonderful family all the way from Germany!

Prior to embarking on the tour, we announced that someone among the group had been counted as the 6,000,000th visitor, but we didn't tell them who it was until Mr. Jelly Belly and friends surprised Stepan after the tour. 

Each year, we welcome approximately 375,000 visitors for free tours of our factory in Fairfield, CA. We hope to see you soon. Who knows -- maybe you'll be our 7,000,000th guest! 

SNICKERS® - "Cards"

Sometimes you're a buzzkill when you're hungry.
You're Not You When You're Hungry®. Try New SNICKERS® Bites.

This commercial is a wonderful blast from the past for any ice cream enthusiast!

Candies and Chocolates for Celebrations and Parties

Candies and chocolates are the hot favorite items in celebrations or any cherish moment. Old, young and kids love to have different types of candies and chocolates in the parties. In fact, it is the most welcoming part of any occasion. Today, friends and family members gift colored and highly flavored chocolates having creamy peanut butter to each other to show love, care, and affection and to celebrate the golden moments with each other.

There are different of candies and chocolates are available in market and people purchase them as per their tastes and preferences. Some like haribo, PEZ, carmel apple pops, and pop rock while other love candy cigarettes, mints, bubble gums, crunch, etc. Some of the highly chosen candies are as follows:

Bubble Gum Balls

Bubble gum balls are the hot favorite of girls and kids. They love to chew it before snacks and after dinner. It adds extra flavor to the party and rejuvenates the mod. These are tiny gum balls that have assorted fruit flavors and distinct colors. These are attractive and brightly colored that can surely pack your mouth with bubble blowing action. It is often used in the ice cream parlor as an ice cream topping for better taste.

Fun Size M&M Mars

These can be found in almost all parties and celebrations. These are available in a wide variety of flavors and mixes. These candies are ideal for year round snacking, holidays or any grand birthday parties. People often purchase the whole bag having pieces of the best selling M&M Mars Candies. It also has Snickers, and Twix.

Jolly Rancher Stix Apple

These candies are bursts with a bold fruit flavor that will wake up your sleeping taste buds. It is an integral part of the thundering parties and youngsters like it very much. It not only adds extra fun and thrill to the party, but also welcomes guests and friends.

Crunch

It is a complete fun size bar that attracts immediate attention of the guests. It complements snacks and food as it has chocolate with crisped rice. These extraordinary chocolate bars taste good.

Moreover, people also choose beautiful chocolate seashells that look very cute and dissolve fun in the atmosphere. However, it depends upon the individual choices and tastes. Online candy stores also offer a great selection of pretty looking milk chocolates and candies (pop rocks, longboys, chick-o-sticks, and candy buttons) for the people to satisfy distinct tastes.

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Make The Perfect Ice Cream Sundae

Today I show you how to make the perfect chocolate ice cream sundae. I share with you all the secrets I have learnt over the years, including my long kept secret on how I get my Ice Cream so creamy.

Jelly Belly: Toasted Marshmallow

Jelly Belly Toasted Marshmallow is a true-to-life experience. Take your taste buds on this tasty flavor adventure! From camp fire nights to warm cocoa afternoons, Toasted Marshmallow is a flavor to be savored. As Mr. Jelly Belly likes to say, "Get Real. Get Jelly Belly."

Blue Bunny Bomb Pop Spicy Chicken Wings

Once you've tasted this fantastic hot sauce, you'll never go back to barbecue sauce! Spice up chicken wings with this sauce made from hot sauce, a Blue Bunny® Bomb Pop®, butter, parsley and bread crumbs.