More distressing news related to the economy has reached us here at OC Weekly.Häagen-Dazs recently reduced the size of its pints of ice-cream from 16oz to 14oz, and now, this month, it's shrinking its 32oz cartons to 28 oz. The official reason given by HD is that the cost of high-end natural ingredients such as eggs, raspberries and Madagascar vanilla has increased by a quarter in recent months. In addition, the energy required to make and deliver the finished product has also gone up.Surely Dr
Just as the hot weather hits, we get wind of two more giveaways, both in the name of charity.First up, the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. Drop by tomorrow, Thursday, May 7, between 4:00pm and 8:00pm, and they'll give you a free 12oz iced coffee. For every one served, CB&T will donate 25¢ to community charity Big Sunday. Note that the offer excludes Ralph's locations. Next Tuesday, May 12, visit any participating Häagen-Dazs location, also between 4:00pm and 8:00pm, and get a complimentary sco
As mentioned previously, the folks at Häagen-Dazs are giving away a complimentary scoop of any "bee-built" flavor, between 4:00pm and 8:00pm today.To find your nearest location, CLICK HERE. Not all are participating, but most of the ones we checked with are, including the Shops at Mission Viejo, Fashion Island, South Coast Plaza and Downtown Disney (1550 South Disneyland Drive).
A self-confessed ice cream addict, I love seeking out new varieties, especially during National Ice Cream Month (July). I'm lucky enough to live near Hans' Homemade Ice Cream in Santa Ana, which takes care of any cravings for the real deal, but if I'm struck by the midnight munchies, store-bought has to suffice.Although I'm still annoyed with Häagen-Dazs for reducing the size of their pints, I have to put my hands up and acknowledge that their Fleur de Sel Caramel flavor, from their Reserve col
