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Gelato–my favorite Italian Dessert

When in Rome.....do as the Romans do!
On my recent trip to Italy, I finally got to try Gelato and it is every bit as good as they say it is!

What exactly is Gelato?  It is Italy’s version of ice cream, with three major differences:
  • Gelato has less butterfat than ice cream. 
  • It is served 10 to 15 degrees warmer than ice cream.
  • Not as much air is whipped into the mixture (gelato contains about 25 to 30 percent air, while ice cream can contain as much as 50 percent air)
Result – amazing creamy taste that will leave you wanting to try a new flavor each day.  Guess what else?  You get to pick up to two flavors!

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I think his expression is conveying - don't take another picture of me!


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the cape on the corner said…
hmm, don't know what happened to my other comment....love these italy pics! italy is my "one day" place. how amazing for you!
May 9, 2012 at 12:49 PM
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