Handel’s Ice Cream and Visit Oceanside have teamed up to offer three delicious ice cream flavors inspired by the beloved Southern California beach destination. The limited-edition partnership launched June 1, 2024 at the Handel’s Oceanside location, just in time for the summer heat. The cooling artisan series includes unique flavor profiles fit for every customer’s taste, including richness found in the “All Out O’side,” fruity notes in “O’side O’riginal,” and nutty flavor of the “Think O’riginal.”
Delicious Way to Help the Environment
Enjoy a taste of Oceanside’s off-beat personality and classic vibe in every bite, while also supporting Oceanside’s coastal environment with each purchase. A percentage of sales will benefit a city project that aims to restore dunes to Oceanside’s coastline. Once prolific along the California coast, dunes are a proven best practice in natural sand retention. They also promote biodiversity and valuable habitat for a myriad of wildlife species.
“Handel’s is one of our most popular downtown ice cream shops and a natural partner for showcasing Oceanside’s originality,” said Visit Oceanside CEO Leslee Gaul. “Indulging in one of these three delicious ice cream flavors is guilt free since you’ll be giving back to the community too. And, if you want to experience all three flavors at once, try the sampler option that includes the three Oceanside flavors, plus a bonus flavor of your choice.”
“All Out O’side” captures the essence of beach bonfires with an irresistible s’mores flavor. Inspired by unforgettable beach bonfires along the O’side coastline, where friends and families gather to roast marshmallows under the starlit sky, “All Out O’side” is a tribute to those warm, magical nights. Each scoop brings the essence of a classic s’more with graham cracker ice cream accompanied by a marshmallow ripple, chocolate chips, and mini marshmallows.
The “O’side O’riginal” is a nod to sunny days, an adventurous spirit, and the region’s laid-back vibe. Made with real bananas, marshmallow ripple and sugar cookie gems, each bite is bursting with unexpected delight.
“Think O’riginal” celebrates the rich heritage and cultural diversity of Oceanside, which includes a large Asian Pacific Islander population. Boasting a vibrant purple hue plus a unique flavor profile of taro root with a hint of ube, this flavor is both surprising and delightful.
Steps away from the iconic boardwalk and buzzing downtown, Handel’s Oceanside location is a summertime staple to locals and visitors. With flavors made daily and in-store, Handel’s offers deliciously delectable ice cream with quality you can taste.
About Oceanside
Perfectly situated between metropolitan San Diego and Los Angeles, Oceanside is one of Southern California’s most authentic beach towns. Visitors enjoy a quintessential California coastal escape that includes wide sandy beaches, a quaint New England-style harbor, historic wooden pier, and charming bungalow neighborhoods. O’side (as locals affectionately call it) is a destination of discovery where visitors can explore everything from California history at the “King of Missions” to surf culture at the California Surf Museum and awe-inspiring sea life through exciting ocean adventures. This playful and fun destination thrives on taking recreation to the next level and boasts world-class surfing, skateboarding, bike riding, boating and even skydiving. A flourishing food and craft beer scene reflects Oceanside’s creative and entrepreneurial spirit, as do exciting arts and culture programs that highlight the city’s history, diversity and friendly, laid-back attitude. Classically charming, eclectic, and always genuine, Oceanside is an ideal place to stay and a true O’riginal.
