According to market forecasts , the global ice cream and frozen dessert market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of up to 7.5% through 2035. Growth is being fueled not just by volume, but by value-added innovation, from functional formulations to premium textures and globally inspired flavor profiles. Clearly, ice cream holds the potential to remain the beloved frozen treat—now and in the years ahead—while continuing to evolve into a platform for wellness cues,...

In this global round-up of the latest out-of-home innovations, we highlight a mix of limited-time launches and creative partnerships—including bakery mash-ups in Sydney, a minty seasonal sundae at Costco’s food courts, a decadent new Disney park sandwich, and Valentine’s collections from legacy brands. Claiming our Pick of the Month  is Magnum’s indulgent collaboration with Humble Bakery in Australia —a one-week, full-size ice cream mash-up series that demonstrates the growing power of...

In this month’s global round-up of retail ice cream and frozen dessert innovations, we saw a clear push toward premiumization, nostalgia-led innovation, licensed storytelling, and snackable, shareable formats. At the same time, recipe upgrades and format innovation underscore how texture and experience are becoming just as important as flavor. Claiming our Pick of the Month  is Van Leeuwen x Dr. Seuss Ice Cream Pints ! Blending bold color, imaginative flavor design, and the enduring power of...