Gentle Reader, in the universe of all possible perfect pairings, be they between damsel and duke or demagogue and pillory, is there any match more delicious than the new release of \u201cBridgerton\u201d and two new limited-edition \u201cBridgerton\u201d flavors from Jeni\u2019s Splendid Ice Creams?<\/p>\n
Forsooth, to fete the hit romance\u2019s fourth season, Jeni\u2019s has crafted two sweet treats. One is inspired by Queen Charlotte and the other by afternoon tea.<\/p>\n
\u201cJeni\u2019s was inspired by the fantastical decadence of the Regency Era brought to life in the scenes of Bridgerton,\u201d the company said in a news release. They created flavors that translate the show\u2019s romantic vibe for taste buds. These are \u201cice creams that would linger long after they were gone, and to which you cannot wait to return (whether you are a \u201cBridgerton\u201d fan or not).\u201d<\/p>\n
The first flavor, Queen Charlotte Sponge Cake, combines the luxurious fluffiness of the queen\u2019s bouffant hair with the silkiness of her gowns. It is available is Jan. 15 in stores and for online ordering.<\/p>\n
\u201cA tribute to the fashionable and discerning monarch of the Ton, the flavor channels the elegance of a Victoria sponge with the lushness of Princess Cake, bright berries, soft sponge, and custard notes coming together in a confection worthy of Her Majesty herself, and tinted lavender at her behest,\u201d a news release says.<\/p>\n
The second, which lands online Feb. 9 and in Jeni\u2019s shops on Feb. 12, is the Earl Grey Cr\u00e8me Br\u00fbl\u00e9e. \u201cFragrant Earl Grey is steeped into a silky custard base and finished with burnt-sugar candies that echo the crackle of a freshly torched cr\u00e8me br\u00fbl\u00e9e,\u201d the release says.<\/p>\n
The flavors, priced at $12 per pint, are being released a few weeks apart to line up with the show\u2019s schedule. Part of the season is airing Jan. 29 and the second half appears Feb. 26.<\/p>\n
A week of freebies<\/p>\n
Epic Wings, a San Diego-based wing, chicken strip and breadstick franchise, is opening a new restaurant in Carmel Valley\u2019s The Village at Pacific Highlands Ranch shopping center.<\/p>\n
To celebrate, the company is rolling out a full week of \u201cepic deals\u201d from Jan. 12 through 16, just at that location.<\/p>\n
Monday, shoppers who buy a meal will get one free. Tuesday brings free cinnamon sugar bites. Wednesday is another BOGO deal, this time for Chicken Rice Bowls. Thursday\u00a0 centers on carbs, with buy-one-get-one order of pizza sticks, and Friday becomes Fry-day, with its BOGO \u201cEpic Fries\u201d promotion. These are \u201cCrispy fresh-cut fries with melted cheese and boneless buffalo chicken, finished with chipotle\/ranch dressing.\u201d<\/p>\n
For those who think the potential of wings and breadsticks is unrealized until they are dipped, Epic Wings offers 13 sauces. Options include garlic parm, sweet chili and five kinds of buffalo.<\/p>\n