When And How To Enjoy Gelato

Gelato, an Italian type of ice cream, is nothing like the ordinary stuff in your freezer

. If you've never sampled it, it's best to travel to Italy and walk the streets of Rome sampling the various flavors from the vendors. There's one on every corner. If you are not lucky enough to sample it this way, it may be time to consider purchasing a high-quality product and enjoying it at home. Give yourself some quiet time and savor every ounce of it. It really can be that good. It is definitely worth it.

Why It Is Better

What you may not realize is that gelato is not ice cream. In fact, it has a different fat content when compared to the American version of this creamy food. As a result, it is full of flavor and often has a richer taste to it. There is less fat in it than in your favorite ice creams. It is also a much denser treat than traditional ice cream. This makes it seem incredibly decadent even for those who are sampling it for the first time. If you are ready to enjoy it, there's plenty of ways and times to do so.

How to Serve It

One of the first things to keep in mind about this frozen treat is how to serve it. If you are used to bending spoons with your frozen ice cream, think again. This product is not nearly as solid. If yours has frozen solid, leave it out in room temperature for a few minutes before serving. You want it to be soft and luxurious, almost silky tasting. That's the way it is often served traditionally.

How to Enjoy It

Now that you have the consistency right, the next step is to get the timing right. The good news is there's no bad time to enjoy it. In Italy, tourists and locals alike enjoy it throughout the day, even before lunch. You can easily enjoy it as an after dinner dessert. The rich flavor is perfect for those who want to end the meal with something sweet. On the other hand, you may want to enjoy it before dinner on a hot summer day. That's the perfect way to cool down.

Gelato is not just for those who enjoy ice cream. It has a more grown-up taste, especially if you choose a rich flavor. The kids will also enjoy it because it is just so fun to eat. With fruit flavors of all types, it will match well with virtually any type of meal you are serving, if you do want to treat your guests after dinner.

by: Anders Abadie

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