# Complementary Ice Cream Collections Jeni's Pairings Collection is to Be Eaten with Pies & Cakes By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-08-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-collection References: [shop.jenis](https://shop.jenis.com/collections/pairings-collection/) As its name suggests, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams' 'Pairings' ice cream collection is designed to be paired with different kinds of desserts like [pies, cakes, cookies and cobblers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pie-ice-creams). The four-piece ice cream collection for pairing with different kinds of desserts includes varieties like Salty Caramel, as well as [Darkest Chocolate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opaque), Ndali Estate Vanilla, both of which are made with fair trade ingredients. Jeni's even takes care to note that its Sweet Cream flavor is "wonderful stirred into a [cup of hot black coffee](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-coffee-ice-cream)." With the rise of foodie culture, consumers have taken an interest in learning about how different food and beverage pairings have the potential to uplevel their meals. As a result, brands are launching products like wine that is specifically meant to be paired with pizza and beer snack sets that include nuts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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's Driving This Trend - **Dessert Pairing:** Opportunity for brands to create ice cream flavors specifically designed to complement different desserts. - **Food and Beverage Pairing:** The trend of consumers seeking out food and drink combinations that enhance their dining experience can be capitalized upon by developing specialized pairing products. - **Foodie Culture:** Increasing interest in foodie culture presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for brands to create unique and flavorful food and beverage combinations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of pairing different products together to enhance consumer experiences. - **Dessert and Baking:** Dessert and baking industry can innovate and collaborate with ice cream brands to create new flavors that pair well with their products. - **Hospitality:** Hotels, restaurants, and cafes can offer curated dessert and beverage pairings to enhance their customers' dining experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mixed Flavored Gelatos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talentigelato-pairings.md) - [Chili Crisp Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spice-cream-collection.md) - [Pie-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-summer-pie-series.md) - [Nostalgic Summer Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-fun-times.md) - [Artisanal Seasonal Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-flavor-ice-creams.md) - [Festive Sweet Bread Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cranberry-panettone.md) - [Nostalgic Ice Cream Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/j-bars.md) - [Savory Autumn Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-ice-cream.md) - [Chocolatier-Approved Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcconnells-fine-ice-creams-sees-candies.md)