Invented in March 1929, Rocky Road has been a popular ice cream flavor for nearly one hundred years. It was created in Oakland, California by William Dreyer when he cut up walnuts and marshmallows with his wife’s sewing scissors and added them to his chocolate ice cream. Eventually, walnuts were replaced with toasted almonds. After the stock market crash of 1929, it was given the name “Rocky Road” to give people who were down-on-their-luck something to smile about.
By blending numerous ingredients such as chocolate ice cream, nuts, and marshmallows, Rocky Road was one of the first ice cream flavors to mix these types of ingredients together in this manner, rather than just using them as toppings.
Parking may be a bit tricky at times. Patience will pay off. The area is heavily trafficked, but family friendly.
This cache blends in well to its surroundings. You would be wise to do your best to blend in, too. There is a lot of muggle activity here, but a keen eye should make fast work of this find.
*This cache was placed with permission by the business owner.