New ice cream options on Purdue’s West Lafayette campus

Purdue Food Co. is introducing new ice cream options this semester for the West Lafayette campus community.

A new ice cream shop, Scoops + Sweets, is now open in the Honors College Residence Hall, 1101 Third St. The shop offers a variety of ice cream treats, including sundaes and milkshakes, catering to a range of tastes from salty to sweet. Scoops + Sweets operates from 2-8 p.m. Monday through Friday, providing a new gathering spot for students, faculty, staff and the Greater Lafayette community.

In addition to the Honors College location, FoodLab, located in the Atlas Family Marketplace on the ground floor of the Purdue Memorial Union, will be unveiling a Scoops + Sweets mini branch ahead of spring break. Offering a rotating selection of Hershey’s Ice Cream flavors, milkshakes, sundaes and other sweet treats, FoodLab focuses on culinary exploration. FoodLab invites guests to grab a spoon and experience the latest in dessert possibilities at this convenient campus location.

Purdue Food Co. also offers retail dining memberships, which provide access to over 30 retail dining locations across campus. The membership allows payment through the Purdue ID card and includes benefits such as bonus funds, a free meal on birthdays and complimentary items during select hours every Wednesday. For more details, visit the Purdue Food Co. website.