Haagen-Dazs Free Cone Day Today

This one maybe not be as well-known as the Ben & Jerry's free cone day, but I say free ice cream is always a great occasion!

Haagen-Dazs stores will be giving away free ice cream cones from 4-8pm today, at participating shops.  This would be a great chance to try out a new flavor for free, or plan a nice little outing for dessert tonight!

Lunchtime Links for May 12th, 2014

• Damn Delicious: Mexican corn on the cob.
• Cookies & Cups: Easy pizza casserole. 
• Gimme Some Oven: 3-ingredient Nutella croissants. 
• Dessert for Two: Creamy bacon pasta. 
• A Spicy Perspective: Chocolate cinnamon toast. 

Shake Shack - Black Sesame Citrus Custard

I wasn't really sure what to think when I first saw "Black Sesame Citrus" on the custard menu at Shake Shack.  I've had black sesame ice cream before, but not with anything else added.  So of course, I had to go and try it out for myself!

The custard tastes mostly like black sesame, which is good if you're a fan of that flavor like I am.  If you're intrigued/grossed out by the idea of a sesame ice cream, I would definitely recommend trying it at least once.  The sesame flavor is very nutty and reminds me a lot of peanut butter, which might make it sound less "weird" to most people.  There was definitely a citrus note to the custard overall, but not really anything too strong or overwhelming.  The idea of a grey-colored ice cream might not help either, but I would definitely recommend trying it out! 

Lunchtime Links for May 2nd, 2014

• Damn Delicious: Baked broccoli Parmesan dip.
• Kirbie's Cravings: Baked "fried" chicken.
• Bakerella: Peanut butter cookies. 
• Two Peas and Their Pod: Chorizo grilled cheese with Chipotle mayo.
• Averie Cooks: Roasted cauliflower with creamy Parmesan dip.

Shake Shack - May Custard Flavors

May's custard flavors at Shake Shack seem to be cake and cookie themed, which is always a winner in my book!

Monday: Caramel Praline Cake
Tuesday: Lemon Meringue
Wednesday: Buttery Sugar Cookie
Thursday: Oatmeal Creme Pie
Friday: Banana Bread
Saturday: Chocolate Cheesecake
Sunday: Black & White Cookie

I definitely am interested in Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday, but let's be honest they all sound great!

Lunchtime Links for May 1st, 2014

• Damn Delicious: Garlic Parmesan knots. 
• My Baking Addiction: Cake mix cookies. 
• Averie Cooks: Peanut butter chocolate chip cookie cups. 
• Love and Olive Oil: Toasted marshmallow swirl ice cream.
• A Kitchen Addiction: Peanut butter cup crumble bars. 

Starbucks Frappuccino Happy Hour Starts Today

Starting today, Starbucks will once again be hosting the Frappuccino Happy Hour!

This promotional event runs through May 10th, from 3-5pm each day.  It's a nice chance to get a little break in your afternoon, and try out a new flavor that you've had your eye on.

One new flavor for this season is the Caffe Espresso Frappuccino, which is a "Frappuccino® roast coffee blended with milk and ice, topped with our new Espresso whipped cream and new Italian Roast Coffee Drizzle."  

Be sure to head to Starbucks during this time if you're in the mood for a Frap!