New developments of the favourite product of 2012 have arisen, as the sunshine is coming out and the weather is getting warmer more and more people are tasting Roberts Premier Ice Cream. The biggest favourite of 2012 as you would know is the marshmallow Cone. But can another Product take its top position?
Today I Bring you the New top 5 list of 2012, so you can keep up with the Roberts Ices favourite Products.
1. Marshmallow Cone
2. Hedgehog Cone
3. Teddy Bear Cone
4. Single with Flake
5. Bubblegum Sorbet
Although the Marshmallow Cone is the untouched leader so far, its closely followed by the Hedgehog cone, which has come into popularity at an incredible speed. Fresh Vanilla Whippy Ice Cream on a crisp cone, topped with four Cadbury's Flakes, finished with toppings of your choice.
It's Nice to see the classic Single with Flake cone come back into its rightful position in the top 5, at the end of the day you cant fake a flake and the classic "99" style cone has always gone down a treat with all ages.
The Teddy Bear cone remains in third position, the young ones do like the Teddy bear Wafers, thin and crispy and simply delicious. Not only the youngsters, but the women seem to love the cute looking bears too.
5th position was a close call this time, bubblegum sorbet just managing to reach into the high league over the Bubblegum Knickerbocker Glory. Clearly Bubblegum flavor is a popular one but which type of bubblegum treat will remain, and maybe even take a higher position in the favourite product of 2012?
Which would you choose?
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Update of favorite Product 2012
A New month is upon us, as March roles in and the year gets older, new developments have occurred.
As you know we are keeping track of our most popular product of 2012, we have had a dominant leader so far - The Marshmallow Cone - and I am pleased to announce that it remains the best seller of 2012 so far!!
Fresh whippy Ice Cream bathed in soft marshmallows upon a crisp golden cone. A favorite with the Kids and Adults. Many who top this tasty Ice Cream with one of our wide selection of topping sauces. We will be following the favorite Toppings of 2012 later in the year.
The biggest development as of March 2012 is the new challenger to the Marshmallow cone. Introducing the new second place competitor............. The Teddy Cone!
Fresh whippy Ice Cream upon a golden crisp cone with two Teddy bear wafers and a topping sauce of your choice. This is a huge hit with the children, it must be those friendly bears!
Keep posted as new updates on this close competition draws closer to a finish and we award the Winner of the 2012 Favorite product!
As you know we are keeping track of our most popular product of 2012, we have had a dominant leader so far - The Marshmallow Cone - and I am pleased to announce that it remains the best seller of 2012 so far!!
Fresh whippy Ice Cream bathed in soft marshmallows upon a crisp golden cone. A favorite with the Kids and Adults. Many who top this tasty Ice Cream with one of our wide selection of topping sauces. We will be following the favorite Toppings of 2012 later in the year.
The biggest development as of March 2012 is the new challenger to the Marshmallow cone. Introducing the new second place competitor............. The Teddy Cone!
Fresh whippy Ice Cream upon a golden crisp cone with two Teddy bear wafers and a topping sauce of your choice. This is a huge hit with the children, it must be those friendly bears!
Keep posted as new updates on this close competition draws closer to a finish and we award the Winner of the 2012 Favorite product!
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Behind the scenes of the Ice Cream Man.
The Ice Cream man, the figure who serves whippy ice cream from a Van that plays a happy tune. Always has a smile and in some case (like me) can talk forever!
But what most people forget, is that The Ice cream man is still a working citizen. A man trying to run a business in a tough industry in a country which isn't doing him much favors.
This is what I ask you, the public to remember, that running an Ice Cream Van is no easy task, its a job we do everyday of the week, even if were not on the streets, we are at events, or in the office. there is no such thing as a day off when running your own business.
Many people have mixed views about us ice Cream traders but don't forget this is our only income, its what we do and who we are. Its not a hobby its a way of life, and if we do not do it, we don't have food on the table. Everything is currently against our trade, all because a few bad traders have to spoil the good name of the Ice Cream man. Most of us are good, clean and proper. Even the council's work against us. Did you know Ice Cream Vans are being banned from Parks, fields, council estates, schools, and now even named roads. How they expect us to sell Ice Cream I don't know, especially now we have more laws about times we can trade and how often our chimes can ring...and what volume! The Ice Cream industry is not an easy one and with the 2012 London (LEZ) emission Zone even more Ice Cream vans will go out of business.
So next time the Ice Cream Van is round your way, remember, this is someone career, and if they run a good van and deserve it, don't worry about spending a pound or two. I know times are hard for us all, but small businesses like the Ice Cream Van are what is keeping Britain on its feet. We are trying our best to serve what is now a rare treat, soft serve whippy ice cream which can be found only in a few places, and it something that all ages love and have done for many many years.
Ice Cream Men are real people running a honest difficult career.
But what most people forget, is that The Ice cream man is still a working citizen. A man trying to run a business in a tough industry in a country which isn't doing him much favors.
This is what I ask you, the public to remember, that running an Ice Cream Van is no easy task, its a job we do everyday of the week, even if were not on the streets, we are at events, or in the office. there is no such thing as a day off when running your own business.
Many people have mixed views about us ice Cream traders but don't forget this is our only income, its what we do and who we are. Its not a hobby its a way of life, and if we do not do it, we don't have food on the table. Everything is currently against our trade, all because a few bad traders have to spoil the good name of the Ice Cream man. Most of us are good, clean and proper. Even the council's work against us. Did you know Ice Cream Vans are being banned from Parks, fields, council estates, schools, and now even named roads. How they expect us to sell Ice Cream I don't know, especially now we have more laws about times we can trade and how often our chimes can ring...and what volume! The Ice Cream industry is not an easy one and with the 2012 London (LEZ) emission Zone even more Ice Cream vans will go out of business.
So next time the Ice Cream Van is round your way, remember, this is someone career, and if they run a good van and deserve it, don't worry about spending a pound or two. I know times are hard for us all, but small businesses like the Ice Cream Van are what is keeping Britain on its feet. We are trying our best to serve what is now a rare treat, soft serve whippy ice cream which can be found only in a few places, and it something that all ages love and have done for many many years.
Ice Cream Men are real people running a honest difficult career.
Thursday, February 9, 2012
The "99 Flake" Your questions answered.
My first point about the "99 Flake" is simple, it is nothing to do with them costing 99p. Some traders in the past may have sold them for 99p to go with the name but Cadburys did not invent a RRP and thus traders can sell them for a price they seem worthy depending on amount of ice cream. In modern society with prices of Milk and sugar rising selling a "99 Cone" for 99p is nearly impossible, especially if the traders want to earn a living.
A 99 Flake ice cream, or more commonly a 99, is an ice cream cone, usually made with Soft Serve ice cream rather than scooped ice cream, into which a Flake bar has
been inserted, typically at an acute angle to the cone. The ice cream is
usually vanilla flavoured. They are traditionally sold by Ice Cream Vans and Parlours. Variations include a 99 with two flakes - often referred to as a double 99 or "bunny's ears" - and a 99 with Strawberry or Raspberry topping sauce, sometimes known as Monkey's Blood.
HISTORY
The Flake chocolate bar itself was developed in 1920. An employee of Cadburys noted that when the excess from the moulds used to create other chocolate bars was drained off, it fell off in a stream and created folded chocolate with flaking properties In 1930, Cadbury started producing a smaller version of the standard Flake bar especially for Ice Cream cones. These were marketed under the name 99 Flake and sold loose in boxes rather than individually wrapped like the traditional Flake.
The Flake chocolate bar itself was developed in 1920. An employee of Cadburys noted that when the excess from the moulds used to create other chocolate bars was drained off, it fell off in a stream and created folded chocolate with flaking properties In 1930, Cadbury started producing a smaller version of the standard Flake bar especially for Ice Cream cones. These were marketed under the name 99 Flake and sold loose in boxes rather than individually wrapped like the traditional Flake.
The origins of the name are uncertain. One claim is that the '99' was coined in Portobello, Scotland,
in 1922, by the Arcari family, Rudi Arcari's father Stephen came up
with the idea not long after opening the shop in 1922. He would break a
large 'Flake" in half and stick it in an ice cream. A cadbury's rep
asked Stephen if he could take this idea to his bosses at Cadbury's to
which Stephen had no problem because in those days copyright was not
something anyone ever considered. The rep asked Stephen what he called
it and he gave it the name simply because the shop was sited at 99
Portobello High Street. The idea spread locally, then further afield.
There are other theories as to where the name came from but nothing is yet certain as many tried to claim the invention of the name. But even with that little mystery we can be sure that an Ice Cream is just not the same without a flake.
Of course companies can't help but try to beat others by inventing the same product for cheaper. The same has been done by a company I am choosing to keep anonymous. Selling their version of "Flakes" to Ice Cream Traders via a blue or pink box. But, although cheaper than the real thing, they are nowhere near as good. A simple fact remains... You cant fake a flake!
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
The Weather is Mean, But We Keep Them Clean
The Winter is long and harsh, but no matter how cold it gets Roberts Ices maintains their Ice Cream Vans in Tip Top Condition. Thorough Daily cleans inside and out are just one of the factors which keep Roberts Ice Cream Van Hire on top of the Ice Cream Industry.
Modern times call for a different approach to Health and Safety especially within the catering industry. Which is why Roberts Ice Cream Van Hire constantly keep up to date with all hygiene certificates, daily checks, deep cleans, risk assessments as well as often inviting the local authorities to inspect every Van and Stock room. Hygiene is our priority and even our everyday customers compliment our levels of cleanliness and they know that their Ice Cream is fresh and served in a clean environment as well as our hands are washed with antibacterial soap constantly through the day. All of our documents are aboard every Van which are open for public inspection, all you have to do is ask.
We have spent many hours in front of a computer screen developing a full list of every ingredient in every single product Roberts Ices serve. These days allergens are at an all time high and measure must be taken to prevent these possible dangers. For example, Chopped Nuts are a much loved topping for ice cream, but keeping these Chopped Nuts away from other products is an essential task for us.
It's a lot of work, but Roberts Ice cream Van Hire are proud to continue to lead the way in maintaining every Ice Cream Van to the very best of standards.
Modern times call for a different approach to Health and Safety especially within the catering industry. Which is why Roberts Ice Cream Van Hire constantly keep up to date with all hygiene certificates, daily checks, deep cleans, risk assessments as well as often inviting the local authorities to inspect every Van and Stock room. Hygiene is our priority and even our everyday customers compliment our levels of cleanliness and they know that their Ice Cream is fresh and served in a clean environment as well as our hands are washed with antibacterial soap constantly through the day. All of our documents are aboard every Van which are open for public inspection, all you have to do is ask.
We have spent many hours in front of a computer screen developing a full list of every ingredient in every single product Roberts Ices serve. These days allergens are at an all time high and measure must be taken to prevent these possible dangers. For example, Chopped Nuts are a much loved topping for ice cream, but keeping these Chopped Nuts away from other products is an essential task for us.
It's a lot of work, but Roberts Ice cream Van Hire are proud to continue to lead the way in maintaining every Ice Cream Van to the very best of standards.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Did you Know this? Fun facts About Ice Cream
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