EDITOR'S CHOICE: Bittersweet Mint- Jenna Vreeland Death by Chocolate- Dean Hawryschuk Cookies and Cream- Andrew Trinh Death by Chocolate with sprinkles!- Kasey Feather |
Behind the Berkey CreameryBy Christine Booth
One of the most popular spots on Penn State’s campus is the Berkey Creamery. On football weekends, the line extends out the door with anxious families and alumni waiting to get their hands on the famous ice cream. With over 25 flavors to choose from on any given day, it can be difficult to decide what to order. According to the Creamery website, vanilla is the most popular flavor and carrot cake is the least popular and has since been discontinued. The lure of Creamery ice cream has enticed a number of famous faces to try a scoop. Most notably, Bill Clinton in 1996. Clinton is rumored to be the only person who has ever received a mixed-flavor cone. This was quite the feat considering the creamery has a strict “No Mixing Flavors” rule. The rule was introduced to ensure that the line moved as quickly as possible. Among other famous names associated with the Creamery are Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, better known as the creators of the Ben and Jerry’s ice cream company. According to the Creamery website, Ben and Jerry completed an ice cream short course taught by Professor Philip Keeney and this is how they got their start in the industry. They did not actually take the class at University Park’s campus, but rather completed a correspondence course. With over 150 flavors in the Creamery collection, from Death by Chocolate to Peachy Paterno, there is one to satisfy everyone’s cravings. Going home with a bag full of half-gallon ice cream, perfectly nestled between dry ice is well worth the wait. |
Some Sweets from State
By Andrew Watkins
When one thinks of eateries in State College, there is a few that jump right to mind. Those with the most notoriety include Canyon Pizza, Wings Over and Are U Hungry. However, those with a hankering for something warm and sweet are afforded some options as well. Those who’ve been around the block, though, know that there’s only two worth trying. The Grilled Sticky Ye Olde College Diner’s grilled sticky is arguably Penn State’s most popular dessert, and for good reason. A sticky is essentially a sticky bun cut into a thick slice, sprinkled in brown sugar and cinnamon and fried in butter. The simple recipe may not seem like it’s a must-have, but these delicacies aren’t hugely popular for no reason. In fact, the Diner packages pre-made stickies which they sell in-store and in numerous grocery stores. The stickies are inexpensive at just $2.75. But I’d implore you to drop the extra $1.25 and get the sticky a la mode. A scoop of cold vanilla ice cream pairs perfectly with the warm decadence of the sticky. And since The Diner’s open 24/7 one can start any sour morning or end any fantastic evening with one of these treats. Insomnia Cookies When I first got to Penn State I had a roommate who had attended the university for a few years before I had. After one night of debauchery, he suggested that we order some Insomnia Cookies. I was admittedly skeptical. I, like many college students, tend to crave something greasy after a few beers. Nothing against cookies, they’re just not where my minds turns in that state. And then I had Insomnia Cookies. To simply call these cookies is insulting. For one, they’re huge! Whatever adjective you apply to a good cookie fits in reference to these. They’re soft, warm and they taste just like the cookies Grandma used to make. Insomnia also offers a bevy of flavors. They’ve got classics like chocolate chip and snickerdoodle. My personal favorite is the s’mores deluxe – a chocolate cookie filled with graham crackers and marshmallows. Insomnia also sells milk to pair with their delicious cookies. The combination is sure to send you to bed satisfied and add a dab of innocence to your (likely) otherwise devious night. |
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The One-Month Wonder
By Andrew Trinh
Milk, sugar, vanilla and whipped eggs. Congratulations: eggnog. Some people throw in nutmeg, brandy, bourbon or rum, but at it's core, this spirited holiday drink is melted vanilla ice cream with a kick. So what is stopping people from melting their favorite carton of french vanilla and saving themselves from the dangers of raw egg food poisoning? It's probably the same reason why people still stuff themselves on Thanksgiving and feel sick afterwards. Tradition.
Our existence is marked by repeated cultures. Some of us open one present on Christmas Eve, others stay up until midnight to open all of them. We still leave out cookies for Santa, and our parents still have midnight snacks. Some of us bring out the dusty, plastic Christmas tree from the garage, others smell the fresh pine at the local distributor.
So where does eggnog fit in?
Pre-dinner, post-dinner, Thanksgiving or Christmas, it doesn't matter. We take one month a year to cherish our heritage and traditions. Although its recommended that you cook the eggnog to 160 degrees, a tall glass of eggnog, hot or cold, will never fail you when you’re sitting on the sofa enjoying the holiday scents and spirits.
Cheers!
Milk, sugar, vanilla and whipped eggs. Congratulations: eggnog. Some people throw in nutmeg, brandy, bourbon or rum, but at it's core, this spirited holiday drink is melted vanilla ice cream with a kick. So what is stopping people from melting their favorite carton of french vanilla and saving themselves from the dangers of raw egg food poisoning? It's probably the same reason why people still stuff themselves on Thanksgiving and feel sick afterwards. Tradition.
Our existence is marked by repeated cultures. Some of us open one present on Christmas Eve, others stay up until midnight to open all of them. We still leave out cookies for Santa, and our parents still have midnight snacks. Some of us bring out the dusty, plastic Christmas tree from the garage, others smell the fresh pine at the local distributor.
So where does eggnog fit in?
Pre-dinner, post-dinner, Thanksgiving or Christmas, it doesn't matter. We take one month a year to cherish our heritage and traditions. Although its recommended that you cook the eggnog to 160 degrees, a tall glass of eggnog, hot or cold, will never fail you when you’re sitting on the sofa enjoying the holiday scents and spirits.
Cheers!
Ranking of Dining Hall Deserts
By Nicole Suder
Chocolate Chip Cookies – West Halls West Cookies are widely known around campus as the most popular and most delicious dessert. West Halls even had to start checking students’ take out containers to make sure that they weren’t just filling them up with cookies instead of getting lunch or dinner to go. These cookies are delicious by themselves, but it is also recommended to stick one in a bowl with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Creamery Ice Cream – Found In All Dining Halls You don’t have to walk all the way up to East Halls and stand in line for a half hour to get some of your favorite ice cream. The dining halls have at least four flavors stocked daily. This ice cream is the perfect dessert no matter how cold it gets outside. Smoothies – Pollock While Pollock always has a great selection of desserts such as: cookies, brownies, cakes, and Rice Krispy Treats, the smoothie bar is the best thing they have to offer. They are freshly made and can be topped with as much whipped cream as you want. Just be sure to have someone check your teeth before you leave the dining hall because the fruit seeds have a habit of getting stuck. |