From Classic Vanilla to Gooey Butter Cake: Country Living Staff Reveal Their Go-To Ice Cream Flavors

New York, NY – The team at Country Living magazine recently offered a delightful peek into their personal preferences, stepping away from their usual editorial duties to discuss a universally beloved topic: ice cream. In a series of informal interviews, staff members from various departments revealed their go-to flavors, providing insights into their sweet tooth.Anna Mahan, Associate Commerce Editor, expressed her strong preference for "Moose Tracks," stating, "I love Moose Tracks." Beth Branch, an Editorial Assistant, highlighted "Jeni's Gooey Butter Cake" as her favorite, appreciating the cake pieces within the ice cream. Ian Palmer, Photo Editor, championed "Tillamook Waffle Cone Swirl," praising its creaminess and the inclusion of waffle cone bits.Charlyne Mattox, Food and Crafts Director, opted for "Haagen-Dazs Mint Chocolate Chip," specifically noting, "I love how super minty it is and that it is not a crazy neon green color." Deja Stephens, Office/Studio Manager, also chose a Haagen-Dazs flavor: "Triple Chocolate Fudge Cookie."Senior Food & Gardens Editor Chris Michel shared his classic combination of "chocolate and raspberry," emphasizing that "nothing tastes better than tart raspberry and chocolate." Becky Stayner, Staff Photographer, offered a rule of thumb for ice cream quality, stating, "If you can make a great vanilla, then you can make any ice cream great." Her personal favorite is "Graeter's Chocolate Chip," which she described as "the best vanilla with dark, dark chocolate."Digital Director Katie Bowley favored "Edy's Drumstick flavor," enjoying the actual pieces of Drumstick cones in the ice cream. Lastly, Hannah Nance, Commerce Editor, revealed herself as a "seasonal ice cream girly," preferring "Blue Bell's Peppermint Ice Cream" in winter and "Blue Bell's Homemade Vanilla with fresh blackberries" in summer. Anna Logan, Senior Homes & Style Editor, echoed Beth Branch's choice of "Jeni's Gooey Butter Cake," calling it "amazing" due to the cake pieces.The interviews provided a lighthearted moment, showcasing the diverse tastes within the Country Living team and perhaps inspiring readers to try a new flavor.

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