The World’s Most Outrageous Ice Cream Cones

We all clearly scream for ice cream, but it’s the cone that doesn’t get the shouts of praise it deserves. Whether it’s cake, sugar, or waffle, there’s no denying the power of ice cream’s edible vessel. In celebration of National Ice Cream Day (which is essentially the best holiday since Christmas), we’ve rounded up 11 unique takes on cones that are far from vanilla. From fish mouths and cones-on-the-cob to cereal-inspired creations you can make in your own kitchen, these are the most bizarre, yet delicious options from around the world. Dig in!

Fish-Shaped Cones

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Fish-shaped cones were all the rage when Taiyaki NYC opened its doors last fall, but have no fear: These don’t taste anything like salmon skin rolls.

“Doughnut” Trdelníks

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You’re going to have to jet to Prague for a taste of these moan-inducing delights. Sometimes they line the insides with melted chocolate or Nutella, which will have anyone believing there is a God.

Charcoal Cone

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The black-dyed trend will never die and you have LA-based Little Damage to thank. We just hope this cone doesn’t yield the same unfortunate outcome as a Black Whopper.

Tacone

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Our minds were blown with the introduction of Choco-Tacos in the late ’90s, so the Toronto’s Booyah is obviously taking a step in the right direction.

Cone on the Cob

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Pastry mastermind Dominique Ansel debuts a summer cone in Japan’s Omotesando with grilled corn on the cob topped with caramel sweet corn soft serve and caramel corn. Just take all of our yen.

Egg Waffles

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Hong Kong gets it right when it comes to trendy foods and over-the-top desserts. The egg waffle was no exception. And while the novelty has worn off, there’s no denying the power of the bubble.

Pretzel Cone

Love from the Kitchen

Salty and sweet? Sign us up. No, seriously. Sign us up for your next summer BBQ, because we’re going to want one of these. NY-based Ample Hills Creamery makes an excellent one.

Rice Krispies Cone

Foodness Gracious

Since ice cream is essentially upgraded milk, a Rice Krispie treat cone is an upgrade to Rice Krispie Treats cereal. It makes sense in our head. Get the recipe.

Bacone

Maria Mind, Body, and Health

This is absolutely ridiculous, but in the best way possible. If your love for fried pork knows no bounds, this is the cone for you (and, unfortunately, your cholesterol). Get the recipe.

Cookie Cones

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While we’d certainly prefer an ice cream cookie sandwich (because #obviously), we wouldn’t turn down a cookie cone. And since they’re easy to make, we’ll probably treat ourselves to one in the not-so-distant future. Get the recipe.

Fruity Pebbles Cone

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A colorful and nostalgic creation that will have you saying “Yabadabadoo!” All you need is some cereal milk ice cream for the perfect finishing touch. Get the recipe.

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What Makes Good or Bad New York Pizza?

If you’ve been to New York City and never tried a slice of pizza, you’re doing life wrong. At least that’s how Scott Wiener from Scott’s Pizza Tours feels.

“NYC is an incredible pizza town because we have multiple ways of eating. It’s common for New Yorkers to eat quick bites on-the-go, which is why pizza-by-slice became the city’s culinary flag,” he says.

But recently, NYC has also begun to incorporate the sit-down pizza scene, taking pizza to more formal settings.

What is it about pizza, NYC and beyond, that’s so widely popular and universally desired? The answer, according to Wiener, lies in pizza’s endless versatility.

“Pizza isn’t a specific food, it’s more of an inclusive concept that can be stretched as far as you’ll let it go as an eater,” he says. “For me, pizza is at its’ most basic element – a bread item, but someone with Celiac can find something that contains no gluten and still consider that to be a pizza. I love that.”

Apparently, America loves it too. Pizza has become more popular than ever — about one in eight of us eats pizza any given day, and it’s no surprise that NYC is ranked high as one of the best places in the world to find a delicious slice.

When it comes to Big Apple pizza, there’s a myriad of options to choose from. Here are a few:

Coal-Fired Pizza

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Wiener says coal-fired pizza is a NYC favorite due to the city’s proximity to coal mines located in northeastern Pennsylvania. What makes coal-fired pizza different and delicious is a crust that’s dry on the outside and soft on the inside — a texture that he says can’t be produced from a standard gas-fuel desk oven. John’s of Bleecker St. is among the oldest coal-fire pizza spots in the city, and one of the stops on Scott’s NYC pizza bus.

Neapolitan Pizza

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“The past few years have seen growth in Neapolitan pizza,” Wiener says, speaking to the classic pizza of southern Italy. Greenwich Village’s Keste is a mecca for this style, and also doubles as a pizza school for chefs and culinary professionals.

Classic NYC slice

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Of course we can’t neglect the classic NYC slice, and Joe’s Pizza is one of the most famous places to enjoy this “quintessential” New York slice that’s “big, floppy, and foldable,” according to the Scott’s Pizza Tours website.

There’s one thing that Wiener wants to make clear, though: “You don’t need cheese to have a good time.” The vegans, lactose-intolerants and even gluten-intolerants of the world can still enjoy the beauty of pizza at places like Two Boots and Sizzle Pie.

Ultimately, Wiener says pizza is “really in the eye of the pie-holder,” so it’s up to you to decide what kind of pizza is the one. And with the endless variety of pizza in NYC, there’s no doubt you’ll find your pizza-mate sooner or later.

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British Fish Pie With Smoked Salmon, Shrimp, and Mashed Potatoes

This fish pie is packed with three different kinds of fish—firm, white-fleshed cod (or another, similar fish); hot-smoked salmon; and shrimp—all of it bathed in a flavorful and creamy sauce. On top, a layer of perfectly browned and buttered mashed potatoes. Get Recipe!

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10 Amazon Prime Day Items That You Don’t Need, But Will Probably Buy Anyway

It’s Amazon Prime Day, a.k.a. Christmas in July, a.k.a. the day your savings account recites a Hail Mary as you pile your digital shopping cart with items you never knew you needed in life (…but #DEALS!). If you haven’t already fallen down the rabbit hole and into the land of useless knick-knacks and cooking gadgets, we’ve got 10 items that are absolutely unnecessary, but you’ll probably buy anyway. Scroll down to check them out. And just to make things clear, you have nobody to blame for these purchases but yourself.

Ice Cream Sandwich Maker

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The fact that this is shaped like an ice cream sandwich makes it kind of adorable, but it’s certainly something you’ll use once, forget about, and then complain about your lack of cabinet space. Buy here.

Grill Timer Watch

Amazon

Because math and telling time is hard for you, yet family members still trust you to handle food over an open flame. Buy here.

Pineapple Corer, Slicer, and Wedger

Amazon

Since you obviously eat pineapple every day of your life, this is a necessary purchase. Buy here.

Chips and Dip Bowl

Amazon

Don’t you just hate it when you have to pick up a chip and dip it in a separate bowl? Ugh. The freakin’ worst. Buy here.

Greek Yogurt Maker

Amazon

Chobani is great and all, but clearly your homemade version is going to taste much better. Insert the eye roll emoji. Buy here.

Star Wars Salt and Pepper Shakers

Amazon

This doesn’t need an explanation. When you see something Star Wars-themed, you buy it. Plus, won’t be it be super fun to say “Luke, I am your seasoning?” Buy here.

X-Ray Oven Mitt

Amazon

For those who really want to know what their hand would look life if it was burnt in a 425 degree oven. Buy here.

Wood Bucket Ice Cream Maker

Amazon

Just like the good ‘ol days when ice cream-making as simple, except not for $39.05 on Amazon. Buy here.

Handheld Strawberry Slicer

Amazon

Strawberry is the fruit of the summer, but knives apparently no longer exist. Or maybe they just hibernate until fall. Buy here.

Butter Churn

Amazon

Honestly, we don’t hate this. Churning butter in a mason jar ranks pretty highl on our list of “Things We Want to Try at Some Point in Our Lives.” Buy here.

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Pagoda Wonton Flavors

The two new flavors include Pagoda Honey Sesame Chicken Wontons and Pagoda Korean BBQ Style Beef Wontons.

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The New Primal Marinades, Cooking Sauces

The New Primal marinades and cooking sauces are Whole30 Approved with no refined sugars, are Paleo Certified and Gluten-Free Certified.

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Demi-Baguettes

A leader in the artisan baking community since 1989, La Brea Bakery, Los Angeles, has expanded its La Brea Bakery Reserve line to include Demi-Baguettes.

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Tisane Alkaline Teas

Tisane Alkaline Teas are available in two flavors, Hibiscus Berry and Vanilla Chai. With a pH of 8.0, the products boast hydration benefits as a result of their alkaline nature, the company says. 

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Annie’s Cheese Puff Snacks

These crunchy snacks are baked, not fried, and are packed with the goodness of whole grains and real cheese.

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Zoup! Premium Chicken Broth

Zoup! Chicken Broth is a base for hearty chicken soups and can be used in casseroles, rice or grain dishes, and other recipes that call for chicken broth.

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