What Do YOU Put on Ice Cream? 10 Countries Respond
Have you seen this Beryl video? In it, she delves into the diverse world of ice cream toppings, highlighting how each country's unique flavors and combinations reflect their cultural heritage.
Beryl's videos are always a delightful mix of fun and learning, introducing us to global culinary treasures.
Out of all these toppings, which one would be your top pick? Write a comment. Let us know.
Staff Pick: Jury Duty
This week, Madison recommends Jury Duty.
Ronald, thinks he's in a jury duty documentary but is surrounded by actors thrusting him into bizarre situations. The show blends elements from The Truman Show, The Rehearsal, The Office, and Punk’d. Its unique, hidden-camera approach offers riveting and comedic entertainment.
Have you seen it? What did you think? Wrote a comment with your favorite reality shows. We'll share your response with the staff.
World's First Plastic Ice Cream
The ice cream is actually an art installation, called ‘Guilty Flavours’ by Eleanora Ortolani, 27, intended to challenge the way we think about plastic waste and what we are - and are not - prepared to eat.
Are you ready to eat ice cream made from plastic waste? Leave a comment and let us know.
Staff Pick: Love Island
This week Madison recommends Love Island.
CBS's LOVE ISLAND, a summer series based on the global hit phenomenon, features single "Islanders" in a Las Vegas villa for dating, romance, and relationships. Islanders couple up every few days, risking elimination if single. Challenges, new arrivals, and twists add drama. Viewers influence events and choose the winning couple for love and a cash prize.
Comment with your favorite reality show. We'll share your response with the staff.
The Ice Cream Cone Monopoly You Never Knew Existed
Did you know nearly 70% of the cones sold in US stores come from one company?
What started 100 years ago as a small shop with just one hand-powered oven has become an empire. Today, Joy Baking Group churns out 10m cones per day. So how did Joy Cone come out on top? And what does the family of the inventor of the first original ice cream cone think about it? Watch the video to find out.
Something cool I learned, you can take a tour of their Hermitage, PA factory from August through November. Contact Joy to book a tour.
We use Joy cones. I tried some other brands, but they're just not as good.
Fun fact, we could have cones made with custom printed jackets, but unfortunately, the minimum order is 1 million cones.
Why McDonald's Ice Cream Machines Are Always Broken
Come to Alleyway because McDonald's ice cream machines are out of service 42% of the time. iFixit explains why this happens and iFixit wants to do about it.
Have you ever been disappointed by an out-of-order ice cream machine?
Staff Pick: Love on the Spectrum
Ian recommends Love on the Spectrum. It's a show that follows the romantic experiences of young adults who are on the autism spectrum. The show provides a sensitive and insightful portrayal of their journey to find love and navigate relationships. It aims to raise awareness about autism and challenges the stereotypes surrounding people with autism. The focus is on personal growth, emotional connections, and understanding, rather than the typical reality TV drama.
Staff Pick: One Piece
This week's staff pick comes from Ian who recommends One Piece. Picture a world brimming with colorful characters, epic battles, and boundless imagination. Follow the charismatic and determined Monkey D. Luffy as he leads a group of misfit pirates, the Straw Hat crew, on a daring quest to find the elusive treasure known as the "One Piece." Along the way, they'll encounter mythical islands, fearsome foes, and forge unbreakable bonds that will tug at your heartstrings.
Ian says the sailing is a little unrealistic, "a ship like that would need way more than three sailors." Nevertheless, One Piece is this week's staff pick.
What do you recommend? We'll share it with the staff.
Why Our Matcha Tastes So Good
Here I am in Kyoto drinking matcha, eating matcha ice cream, and matcha tiramisu.
Last December, right after Alleyway closed and Japan finally welcomed tourists back, I got to taste some real matcha for the first time. It was a game-changer and that’s when I realized that Alleyway's matcha needed a serious upgrade. So, I went on a mission and found this amazing matcha straight from Kagoshima. Kagoshima is the best region for organic matcha thanks to the active Sakurajima volcano and nutrient packed volcanic soil. It’s very expensive, but perfect for our ice cream.
What I Learned About Matcha
Matcha’s history goes back at least 800 years with roots in Zen Buddhism. Initially introduced to Japan by Zen monks, the ceremonial preparation and consumption of matcha became an integral part of their meditation practice. The delicate process involves grinding shade-grown tea leaves into a fine powder, which is then whisked into a frothy drink using a bamboo whisk and hot water. This meditative ritual remains alive in traditional tea ceremonies, where every movement is deliberate and imbued with meaning.
Staff Pick: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
This week's staff pick comes from Nick who recommends Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. He watches an average of three movies per week and has seen everything from Casablanca to Sharknado. Nick loves movies, so you can trust his recs.
What do you recommend? We'll share it with the staff.