# Shareable Chocolate Ice Creams The Chocolatiers Series by Salt & Straw Brings People Together By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2026-02-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-chocolatiers-series-by-salt-straw References: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/DUOTQsokaNx/?hl=en&img_index=2) & [saltandstraw](https://saltandstraw.com/collections/monthly-menu-series)  Chocolate is synonymous with Valentine's Day as the ultimate symbol of romance and indulgence, and The Chocolatiers Series by [Salt & Straw](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolatiers-collection) fully leans into all of chocolate's decadence to spoil partners, Galentines, family members and self-treating singles on February 14th and beyond. Salt & Straw's Monthly Menu Series for February introduces delights like Chocolate Toasted Buttermilk Torte, featuring Oregon-honey milk chocolate frozen yogurt, spiced graham cracker crumbles and chocolate cake, and the creamy, pink-tinged [Raspberry White Chocolate Cheesecake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolatecovered-strawberry-cream-ice). With something for everyone, The Chocolatiers Series offers two flavors that do not contain wheat (Chocolate Almond Gold Bar and Cocoa Nib Root Beer Float) and one variety that's [vegan-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-dairy-free-decadence-series) (Cocoa Nib Root Beer Float.) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.7/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 64% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vegan-friendly Frozen Desserts:** The inclusion of vegan options like the Cocoa Nib Root Beer Float showcases a growing trend towards accommodating plant-based diets in indulgent desserts. - **Dietary-inclusive Indulgences:** Chocolate Almond Gold Bar and Cocoa Nib Root Beer Float represent the trend of offering diverse options that cater to dietary restrictions, such as gluten intolerance. - **Monthly Menu Innovations:** Salt & Straw's unique monthly menu featuring products like Chocolate Toasted Buttermilk Torte emphasizes the trend of brands frequently rotating offerings to keep consumers engaged. ### Where This Applies - **Plant-based Food Industry:** The food industry is increasingly integrating plant-based alternatives to traditional dairy products, unlocking new markets for vegan frozen desserts. - **Specialty Ice Cream Market:** Innovative offerings like the Chocolatiers Series suggest that the specialty ice cream market thrives on diverse and novel flavor combinations to attract adventurous consumers. - **Gluten-free Food Sector:** In the quest to cater to a growing health-conscious demographic, the gluten-free food industry is innovating with decadent treats like Chocolate Almond Gold Bar. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ice Cream-Filled Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-sin-taco.md) - [Valentine's Day-Themed Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-jealous.md) - [Sharable Ice Cream Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-lovers-box.md) - [Chocolatier-Crafted Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolatiers-collection.md) - [Fudge-Rich Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fudge-truffle-ice-cream.md) - [Better-For-You Valentine's Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ncks-launched.md) - [Festive Friendship Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/friendship-cookies.md) - [Amorous Immersive Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immersive-pop-up.md) - [Valentine's Ice Cream Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-ice-cream-cake.md)