United's Bringing Sundaes Back to Business Class
We've got some news! And no, it isn't that United's going to start serving gigantic 30-scoop ice cream sundaes. But close.
Following last month's devastating #Sundaegate announcement (in which United decided to suspend sundae service worldwide after its glass bowls started cracking), we finally have word that the airline's marquee premium-cabin dessert item will return — on July 1, some 36 days from now. The temporary solution: paper bowls.
Aviation and ice cream sundae expert Brian Sumers broke the news on Twitter:
While 36 days seems like an awfully long time to get these paper bowls into position, many business travelers will be relieved to hear that the build-your-own sundae service will be back in action soon. In the meantime, United's serving packaged ice cream in business and first class on domestic and international flights.
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