Our top 10 best gelato flavours

Gelato is essentially the Italian version of ice cream. Creamy, colourful and tasting of holidays and sunshine, gelato is hugely popular. It also comes in a very wide range of different flavours – these are the top 10 as far as we’re concerned.

9 Reasons why everyone loves ice cream

Whether you’re relying on statistics or your own personal experience, ice cream is incredibly popular with just about everyone. It’s a sweet treat that appeals across demographics and generations – and these are just some of the reasons why.

Soft serve vegan ice cream – for all to enjoy

The size of the vegan population in the UK quadrupled between 2014 and 2018. Plus, the number of those who are choosing to reduce the amount of dairy and meat that they consume is also on the rise. That has made vegan options for favourite foods, such as ice cream, increasingly popular. Not only that but many non-vegans are also finding new tastes and flavours that they are able to enjoy in non-dairy alternatives.

The origin of chocolate ice cream

Chocolate ice cream is a staple of parties, an essential component in a Neapolitan and a classic ice cream flavour. Although around 30% of ice cream eaters apparently have a preference for vanilla, a solid 10% are loyal to a delicious bowl of chocolate ice cream. Whatever your flavour preferences are when it comes to ice cream, you may not realise that chocolate ice cream was actually created before vanilla – it’s one of the original ice creams that dates back almost to when ice cream first began.

History of Ice Cream

You may know which flavours you like best and you may already be thinking about the next ice cream you’re going to try but do you know where this delicious, summery treat comes from? Ice cream today is adored across the world for being a tasty way to cool down, end a meal or treat yourself. But we are not the only civilisations to have enjoyed it.

What is the potential for commercial ice cream profit?

You may have dreamed about setting up a commercial ice cream business. But, in reality, is it a feasible enterprise? When it comes to profits the answer is a definitive yes. If you’re looking to invest your time and resources in a business that will generate plenty of profit then a commercial ice cream enterprise has a lot of potential.

Our top 3 benefits of opening a commercial ice cream shop

Ice cream – whether you view it as a daily essential or a rare luxury – few of us go a year without having some. That’s one of the reasons why opening an ice cream shop today is a great idea. Despite the seasonality of this business (it’s most popular during the summer months), working with ice cream means that you have an enduringly attractive product to sell and one that’s always likely to be in demand. If you’re considering opening a commercial ice cream shop these are the top 3 benefits.

Kreme de la kreme – Carpiagiani’s work with Krispy Kreme on their new range of soft serve

We are proud to announce that Krispy Kremes soft serve is now available in 17 of their stores across the UK, in the classic and unmistakable sugar glazed donut flavour. Read on to find out how they created this new flavour and how the Carpigiani 161 G SP machine helped bring their vision to life.

Our short and sweet guide to opening an ice cream shop

Everyone loves ice cream. And so, the idea of opening an ice cream shop often features in the list of dream professions. It’s such a great product to work with and one that’s guaranteed to make customers happy. However, opening an ice cream shop isn’t just about having a sweet tooth and a passion for all things dessert. There are some other very important steps involved too.

Our top ideas for starting your own ice cream business

“Summer would not be summer without ice cream,” as the saying goes. If you’re a fan of this delicious frozen food then you may have entertained ideas about starting your own ice cream business. The good news is that, wherever you are in the world, demand for ice cream is likely to be strong. Although sales peak during summer, it’s a business that can generate impressive profits. One thing that is key to making your business successful is creating a unique selling point for it – there are lots of competitors in the ice cream market. If you’re looking for ideas for starting your own ice cream this summer then these are some of the best.

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