# Sweet Octopus-Inspired Sundaes Friendly’s New Conehead Sundaes Lineup Includes Ollie the Octopus By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2024-04-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ollie-the-octopus References: [fsrmagazine](https://www.fsrmagazine.com/industry-news/friendlys-spring-and-summer-conehead-menu-welcomes-summer/) & [restaurantmagazine](https://www.restaurantmagazine.com/friendlys-welcomes-back-fan-favorites-unveiling-limited-time-conehead-sundaes/)  Summer is Conehead sundaes season at [Friendly's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bunny-cone-head-sundae) and this year's lineup features tasty creations like the Turtle Sundae, [Rockin’](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockin-pop-ice) Rockstar, and Ollie the Octopus. For years, kids have turned to Friendly's as soon as temperatures start to rise so they can get their ice cream fix. This year will be no exception with Friendly's rolling out frosty creations for every month from April through June. To kick things off in April, Friendly's will feature the Turtle Sundae, which pairs mint chocolate chip ice cream with [Reese’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jonas-brothersinspired-sundaes) Peanut Butter Cups, M&M’s, marshmallows, and hot fudge. The May feature is the Rockin’ Rockstar Conehead Sundae, which features a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup base, chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream, and Oreo cookies and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups on top. Lastly, June's feature is Ollie the Octopus, who pairs strawberry ice cream with gummy worm legs and blue marshmallow waves to create a tasty sea creature. Image Credit: Friendly’s ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 23% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - 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 - **Interactive Conehead Creations:** Innovative sundae creations like Ollie the Octopus offering interactive and playful experiences for consumers. - **Monthly Sundae Features:** Rotation of monthly sundae features providing a sense of excitement and limited-time exclusivity for customers. - **Unconventional Ice Cream Pairings:** Exploration of unconventional pairings such as mint chocolate chip ice cream with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups in the Turtle Sundae. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunities for food and beverage industry to create unique and visually appealing dessert offerings. - **Hospitality and Restaurants:** Innovations in hospitality and restaurant sector to provide themed seasonal menu items that drive customer engagement. - **Consumer Goods and Retail:** Potential for consumer goods and retail industry to explore limited-time collaborations and product launches to attract new customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sweet Bunny-Inspired Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bunny-cone-head-sundae.md) - [Pop Star-Inspired Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jonas-brothersinspired-sundaes.md) - [Summertime Lobster Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-festival-menu.md) - [Indulgent Branded Cookie Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-cookie-sundae.md) - [Multi-Layered Sundae Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dippin-dots-ice-cream-sundaes.md) - [Free Dessert Meal Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-ending-meal-deal.md) - [Chocolaty Cheesecake Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-big-scoop-cheesecake-sundae.md) - [Sundae-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sundae-funday-ice-cream.md) - [Seasonal Lobster Roll Specials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maine-style-lobster-roll.md)