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Baskin' in holiday cheer: Baskin Robbins offers Christmas ice cream cakes

People browse a selection of cakes at the “Holiday Christmas Showcase” at Workshop by Baskin Robbins in Gangnam District, southern Seoul, on Thursday.

2024-11-28

Ice cream sales on fire amid heat wave

Consumers look at ice cream in a supermarket in Seoul on Sunday.

2024-08-25

Baskin Robbins unveils ice cream crafted by ChatGPT

In a world first, the company is offering customers the chance to try AI-generated flavors and contribute to new ones.

2024-02-19

Sweet relief from the heat

On Wednesday, the mercury climbed to 18.3 degrees Celsius (64.9 degrees Fahrenheit). Some parts of the country experienced heat reaching up to 20.4 degrees Celsius. However, temperatures are anticipated to plummet overnight as rain is expected.

2024-02-14

Korean ice cream scoops record $59M in export sales

Korea's ice cream exports reached a record $59 million in the first half of the year, driven by the scorching global heatwave and the popularity of the Korean Wave.

2023-07-31

[WEEKEND GETAWAY] Four dessert spots to visit to complete your bingsu bucket list

The rainy and humid monsoon season has kicked off. May the exploratory outdoor activities be canceled or postponed for better weather, but a gastronomic getaway should never be put away, especially if it includes a unique experience.

2023-07-14

Convenience stores put freeze on ice cream prices

Korea's convenience stores are freezing their ice cream prices despite the scheduled wholesale price hike, following a series of price cuts in the food industry as part of efforts to tame rising inflation.

2023-06-29

Ice creams and snacks set for price increases of up to 25%

Convenience stores are raising prices for ice cream and beverages by double digits starting next month, following consecutive increases in their wholesale prices.

2023-06-26

North Korea builds ice cream factory on Kim Jong-un's order

North Korea has completed building an ice cream factory in Pyongyang as instructed by leader Kim Jong-un, its state media reported Thursday, amid an economy faltering under global sanctions.

2022-10-27

[FOOD COURT] I scream, you scream, here's Seoul's best ice cream

Just because the weather is getting cooler doesn’t mean ice cream lovers are stop hitting up their favorite sweet treat. Whether its a traditional gelato or a full-fat ice cream, frozen dessert lovers all know which flavors are their flavors.

2022-10-12