IECalCruiser Posted February 16, 2017 #1 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Just received the most recent Circle magazine yesterday and on page 4 there is a small article about changes to the Grand including the transformation of Swirls ice cream shop into Coffee & Cones, "a modern cafe serving tempting desserts and New Grounds Crafted Coffee." Wondering what "tempting desserts" are now offered in addition to the free soft serve cones and extra charge shakes. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Woobstr112G Posted February 16, 2017 #2 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Just received the most recent Circle magazine yesterday and on page 4 there is a small article about changes to the Grand including the transformation of Swirls ice cream shop into Coffee & Cones, "a modern cafe serving tempting desserts and New Grounds Crafted Coffee." Wondering what "tempting desserts" are now offered in addition to the free soft serve cones and extra charge shakes. Sent from my iPhone using Forums If they'll still be free.....:D:D:D Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimer Posted February 16, 2017 #3 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Grand Dec. 30th......The Ice Cream Bar has been replaced with the New Grounds Crafted Coffee "COFFEE & CONES". Their Expresso machine can offer Latte, Cappuccino, Americano, Macchiato, Espresso and Chai Teas, Frappes, Mocha Milkshakes, Mexican Frothed Chocolate, and for $1.00 more, you can add a shot of Bailey's or Kahlua. You can still get that FREE Frosty Cone, and they offer Ice Cream Sandwiches for $3.00 each. They are as follows: Chocolate Chip Cookie/Vanilla Ice Cream Coconut-Ginger Cookie/Pina Colada Ice Cream Snickerdoodle Cookie/Cinnamon Ice Cream Honey N' Oats-Raisins Cookie/Honey Yogurt Ice Cream Mint Paddy--Chocolate-Chocolate Chip Cookie/Peppermint Ice Cream Stan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Woobstr112G Posted February 16, 2017 #4 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Grand Dec. 30th......The Ice Cream Bar has been replaced with the New Grounds Crafted Coffee "COFFEE & CONES". Their Expresso machine can offer Latte, Cappuccino, Americano, Macchiato, Espresso and Chai Teas, Frappes, Mocha Milkshakes, Mexican Frothed Chocolate, and for $1.00 more, you can add a shot of Bailey's or Kahlua. You can still get that FREE Frosty Cone, and they offer Ice Cream Sandwiches for $3.00 each. They are as follows: Chocolate Chip Cookie/Vanilla Ice Cream Coconut-Ginger Cookie/Pina Colada Ice Cream Snickerdoodle Cookie/Cinnamon Ice Cream Honey N' Oats-Raisins Cookie/Honey Yogurt Ice Cream Mint Paddy--Chocolate-Chocolate Chip Cookie/Peppermint Ice Cream Stan Good to know.....:):):) Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceleven Posted February 16, 2017 #5 Share Posted February 16, 2017 (edited) and are the coffee cards accepted for the coffees as they are at the International shop? Edited February 16, 2017 by iceleven Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Woobstr112G Posted February 16, 2017 #6 Share Posted February 16, 2017 and are the coffee cards accepted for the coffees as they are at the International shop? I don't see why they would not be accepted at the new venue.....:):):) Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partybarbie Posted February 16, 2017 #7 Share Posted February 16, 2017 I tried to get a coffee there in January. It was around 9:00 am in the morning and it was closed. I don't know what time they opened, as there were no hours posted. I will try again in May. I don't see the point of serving coffee if it's not going to be open in the mornings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchip Posted February 16, 2017 #8 Share Posted February 16, 2017 and are the coffee cards accepted for the coffees as they are at the International shop? They are accepted. Unfortunately there are very few coffee types offered at Coffee and Cones. No tea either. We were very disappointed since we had a lido deck cabin. Thought going to the new venue instead of the IC would be great. We cruise two weeks ago on the Grand. Cheers, Denise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashley@cruisecritic Posted February 16, 2017 #9 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Here's a photo of the Coffee & Cones menu, taken on the Jan. 24th sailing. It's open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, and coffee cards are accepted. (For those who like early-morning coffee, try the International Cafe, which makes specialty coffees and is open 24 hours.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrak Posted February 16, 2017 #10 Share Posted February 16, 2017 They are accepted. Unfortunately there are very few coffee types offered at Coffee and Cones. No tea either. We were very disappointed since we had a lido deck cabin. Thought going to the new venue instead of the IC would be great. We cruise two weeks ago on the Grand. Cheers, Denise Well poop! Not open early and limited items. Not quite as advertised. Maybe it will get better. Of course I generally just want good fresh brewed coffee in the morning but my wife does like her spiffy stuff. We don't have any cruises booked on Grand Princess in the near future but we do like to sail out of SF so there are certainly some more in our future. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted February 16, 2017 #11 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Grand Dec. 30th......The Ice Cream Bar has been replaced with the New Grounds Crafted Coffee "COFFEE & CONES". Their Expresso machine can offer Latte, Cappuccino, Americano, Macchiato, Espresso and Chai Teas, Frappes, Mocha Milkshakes, Mexican Frothed Chocolate, and for $1.00 more, you can add a shot of Bailey's or Kahlua. You can still get that FREE Frosty Cone, and they offer Ice Cream Sandwiches for $3.00 each. Thanks Stan. I hope they also do the same in other ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JF - retired RRT Posted February 16, 2017 #12 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Grand Dec. 30th......The Ice Cream Bar has been replaced with the New Grounds Crafted Coffee "COFFEE & CONES". Their Expresso machine can offer Latte, Cappuccino, Americano, Macchiato, Espresso and Chai Teas, Frappes, Mocha Milkshakes, Mexican Frothed Chocolate, and for $1.00 more, you can add a shot of Bailey's or Kahlua. You can still get that FREE Frosty Cone, and they offer Ice Cream Sandwiches for $3.00 each. They are as follows: Chocolate Chip Cookie/Vanilla Ice Cream Coconut-Ginger Cookie/Pina Colada Ice Cream Snickerdoodle Cookie/Cinnamon Ice Cream Honey N' Oats-Raisins Cookie/Honey Yogurt Ice Cream Mint Paddy--Chocolate-Chocolate Chip Cookie/Peppermint Ice Cream Stan Ooooh!! I hope they put this on the other ships. :pIf they don't, I'll have to try a Grand sailing so I can try it out. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justafem Posted February 16, 2017 #13 Share Posted February 16, 2017 Grand Dec. 30th......The Ice Cream Bar has been replaced with the New Grounds Crafted Coffee "COFFEE & CONES". Their Expresso machine can offer Latte, Cappuccino, Americano, Macchiato, Espresso and Chai Teas, Frappes, Mocha Milkshakes, Mexican Frothed Chocolate, and for $1.00 more, you can add a shot of Bailey's or Kahlua. You can still get that FREE Frosty Cone, and they offer Ice Cream Sandwiches for $3.00 each. They are as follows: Chocolate Chip Cookie/Vanilla Ice Cream Coconut-Ginger Cookie/Pina Colada Ice Cream Snickerdoodle Cookie/Cinnamon Ice Cream Honey N' Oats-Raisins Cookie/Honey Yogurt Ice Cream Mint Paddy--Chocolate-Chocolate Chip Cookie/Peppermint Ice Cream Stan I *think* I've found my new favorite spot for cheap shots! Excuse me, no coffee needed, would you just fill this cup? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Woobstr112G Posted February 17, 2017 #14 Share Posted February 17, 2017 I *think* I've found my new favorite spot for cheap shots! Excuse me, no coffee needed, would you just fill this cup? I like your way of thinking.....:):):) Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyVeteran Posted February 17, 2017 #15 Share Posted February 17, 2017 Does anyone know if the ice cream sandwiches are included with AIBP? I assume everything else on the menu is included. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellipooh Posted February 17, 2017 #16 Share Posted February 17, 2017 I guess I am not thrilled by another inch in the direction of Pay-as-you-Go, instead of all-inclusive. I'd love an ice cream sandwich instead of a soft serve, but not while paying extra. Just don't like the business model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted February 17, 2017 #17 Share Posted February 17, 2017 They are accepted. Unfortunately there are very few coffee types offered at Coffee and Cones. No tea either. We were very disappointed since we had a lido deck cabin. Thought going to the new venue instead of the IC would be great. We cruise two weeks ago on the Grand. Cheers, Denise Another well thought out endeavour? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted February 17, 2017 #18 Share Posted February 17, 2017 Does anyone know if the ice cream sandwiches are included with AIBP? I assume everything else on the menu is included. Not a beverage so I would think no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thegeorges Posted February 17, 2017 #19 Share Posted February 17, 2017 No the ice cream sandwiches are not included in the beverage package, and in the morning before cones and coffee open you can get specialty coffees at the calypso bar there's no sign for it you just have to ask the bartender and they make them for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridalover5623 Posted February 17, 2017 #20 Share Posted February 17, 2017 Just another thing on the list of items that I don't purchase. I wonder how long it'll be before they're offering extra cost desserts in the DR? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colbs Posted February 17, 2017 #21 Share Posted February 17, 2017 Are milkshakes still offered there? They used to be included as part of the drink packets (soda & more as well as AIBP). I'm hoping they still are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceleven Posted February 17, 2017 #22 Share Posted February 17, 2017 They are accepted. Unfortunately there are very few coffee types offered at Coffee and Cones. No tea either. We were very disappointed since we had a lido deck cabin. Thought going to the new venue instead of the IC would be great. We cruise two weeks ago on the Grand. Cheers, Denise It appears the selections are good enough for me. I like the idea that I won't ALWAYS have to go to the IC and it might even cut some of the traffic down for the IC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribill Posted February 18, 2017 #23 Share Posted February 18, 2017 It appears the selections are good enough for me. I like the idea that I won't ALWAYS have to go to the IC and it might even cut some of the traffic down for the IC But it could make the lines longer for those that want the soft-serve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsair415 Posted February 19, 2017 #24 Share Posted February 19, 2017 Are milkshakes still offered there? They used to be included as part of the drink packets (soda & more as well as AIBP). I'm hoping they still are.Id like to know this as well, it was nice having them add a shot of brandy to the milkshake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tailspintom Posted February 19, 2017 #25 Share Posted February 19, 2017 It appears the selections are good enough for me. I like the idea that I won't ALWAYS have to go to the IC and it might even cut some of the traffic down for the IC We just came off the Grand today and found that it works quite nicely. It does have some quirks such as not offering tea but I assume that that will be worked out. It was open on each occurrence that I went. As far as charges for new offerings, why not? They have not applied charges to items that were previously free. Having brewed coffee in Horizon Court is a nice feature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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