February: Party Opportunities Abound!

Posted by Carolyn K under Creating Smiles and Stories on February 4th, 2010

Who knew February 2010 would be so exciting!  We start the month off with the Super Bowl, there’s the start of the 2010 Winter Olympics, and then we’re off to Valentine’s Day.  That’s just the first half of the month and lots of opportunities for parties!

I don’t know about you, but up here in Minnesota we were TOTALLY excited about the Super Bowl possibilities for our Vikings, only to have our hearts broken last week.  Still, the Super Bowl is a lot of fun and always an opportunity for a party.  At the minimum it is a game-and-commercial-watching-snack-fest!  Even those of us who aren’t football crazy can enjoy this game. If not, it’s always a great time to go shopping.  Do your part for the economy! The malls and department stores can be pretty quiet during games like this.

Now, the opening ceremonies for the Olympics on Friday, Feb. 12, may not be top-of-mind when considering reasons for parties.  But consider the following: the opening ceremonies for the Olympics become more and more spectacular with each Olympics, and more and more folks have fabulous HD-TVs.  I’ll bet the opening ceremonies will be absolutely spectacular in HD!  If you have an HD-TV, have a party, invite your friends!

I admit, Valentine’s Day can be tricky depending on the status of your current romance.  With a little creativity, however, it can be a fun time for anyone: there is the traditional quiet and romantic time with your sweetheart, a party with several couples could be a fun way to celebrate, and have you ever considered having a “Who Needs ‘Em Anyway” party?  Everyone loves chocolate and desserts… mmmmm!

With all this party planning you might need a hand with your snacks and treats.  Shameless plug, I know, and at the same time, your local DQ® stores and restaurants have yummy novelties — Dilly® Bars in a variety of flavors, Buster Bars®, StarKiss® Bars, DQ Sandwiches, and even no-sugar added bars for your guests who are really watching their figures.  Perhaps you and your guests would prefer a DQ Cake or a Blizzard® cake festively decorated for the occasion.  A decoration and dessert all in one!

A great way to avoid the dog house on Valentine's Day!

Posted by The Web Master under Eats & Treats on February 9th, 2009

Once again we brought back the fan favorite Choco Cherry Love as the featured Blizzard® of the Month in honor of Valentine’s Day.  The Choco Cherry Love Blizzard Treat blends the tantalizing flavors of rich chocolate chunks and sweet cherry topping with creamy DQ® soft serve.  Are you drooling yet?

If any of you are like me and wait till the last minute to get your sweetheart a gift for Valentine’s Day, then let me tell you a great way to not get in the dog house. Check out the custom heart-shaped cakes made with a layer of luscious chocolate soft serve topped with crunchy chocolate cookie pieces and then layered with vanilla soft serve and decorated with creamy icing or you can pick up the Choco Cherry Love Blizzard Cake.  Or if you did forget, then this is a great way to make up for it!

If you are looking to have a little fun with your sweetheart or to put your Valentine in a romantic mood, visit the DQ Slow Jam site and send that special someone a free, customized Valentine’s Day message. You have a choice of sultry voices from “Lady D” to “Luther Lake” among others; a DQ Cake choice; musical background; and the ever important mood choice.  So check it out and have fun!

Have you ever used a DQ Treat to get out of the dog house?

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