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Ramen-Infused Ice Cream

This Frozen Dessert is Flavored with the Taste of Instant Noodles

— August 17, 2015 — Lifestyle
If you love the taste of instant noodles, you will definitely want to try the new ramen ice cream from the Cup Noodle Museum in Yokohama, Japan. Despite its legacy as an inexpensive noodle option, ramen has become a popular ingredient for hybrid food creations. The latest ramen-inspired dish turns the instant noodles into a sweet frozen treat.

The ramen ice cream is available from Japan's Cup Noodles Museum. The dish comes in the form of soft-serve ice cream, which is flavored with the distinct taste of instant noodles. Customers who order the unusual frozen treat can also add ramen-specific toppings to their dish, such as carrots, potatoes and even shrimp.

While this particular ice cream flavor may sound unusual, the dish provides a new way for ramen fans to enjoy the iconic instant noodles.
Trend Themes
1. Ramen-inspired Desserts - The popularity of ramen as a versatile ingredient opens up opportunities for creating unique and innovative dessert experiences.
2. Hybrid Food Creations - Combining unexpected flavors and ingredients, such as ramen-infused ice cream, can create buzz and attract adventurous food lovers.
3. Experiential Food Tourism - Dedicated food museums and destinations, like the Cup Noodle Museum, offer immersive experiences that cater to food enthusiasts seeking novelty and cultural exploration.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The F&B industry can explore incorporating unconventional flavors and ingredients into their products to appeal to adventurous eaters and generate excitement.
2. Food Tourism - The rising popularity of unique food experiences opens up opportunities for businesses in the food tourism industry to create specialized destinations and events that cater to culinary adventurers.
3. Dessert and Frozen Treats - The dessert industry can experiment with unconventional flavors and techniques, like ramen-infused ice cream, to create unique and memorable dessert offerings that stand out in a saturated market.
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