# Imperial Inspired Ice Creams Chinatown Ice Cream Factory Incorporates Cool Asian Ingredients By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-04-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinatown-ice-cream-factory References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/rachelysanders/nyc-summer-frozen-treats) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/ChinatownIceCreamFactory) If you are in New York City and are looking for unique ice cream flavors to beat the heat this summer, Chinatown Ice Cream Factory is cooler than cool. The [Manhattan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kings-hawaiian-soft-pretzel-bites) ice cream parlour specializes in Asian inspired ingredients like [soy sauce](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-tree-soy-sauce-ice-cream), lychee and sesame. From zen butter ice cream (peanut butter with sesame seeds) to a Game of Thrones themed Khaleesi Lychee, these imperial incorporated elements make Chinatown Ice Cream Factory a neighborhood institution. They also have decadent dessert style flavors, like [strawberry cheesecake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cookbook-series). Meanwhile basic tastes such as plain chocolate and vanilla are delegated to the 'exotic' section of the shop. Chinatown Ice Cream Factory is ideal for those looking to try something cool this summer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Unique Ice Cream Flavors:** Opportunity for ice cream shops to innovate and offer creative flavors incorporating unusual ingredients. - **Asian Inspired Ingredients:** Potential for food businesses to incorporate Asian flavors and ingredients into their products to cater to a diverse customer base. - **Decadent Dessert Style Flavors:** Businesses can explore the idea of creating ice cream flavors that mimic popular dessert flavors to cater to indulgent consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Ice Cream Shops:** Ice cream parlors can capitalize on the trend of unique flavors by offering a variety of creative and unusual options. - **Food and Beverage:** Companies in the food industry can explore the incorporation of Asian inspired ingredients and flavors into their products to appeal to a diverse consumer base. - **Dessert Industry:** Opportunity for dessert-focused businesses to create ice cream flavors that replicate popular dessert flavors, providing a unique and indulgent experience for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Japanese-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-inspired-ice-cream.md) - [Asian-Flavored Ice Cream Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asianflavored-ice-cream.md) - [Chili Crisp Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spice-cream-collection.md) - [Mystery Ice Cream Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surprise-scoop.md) - [Soy Sauce Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soy-sauce-ice-creams.md) - [Unconventional Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ice-cream-project.md) - [Asian-Inspired Gelatos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kessho-gelato.md) - [Mexican-Inspired Ice Cream Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-stores.md) - [Boba-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kung-fu-tea.md)