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It’s the summer season and if you’re not eating strawberries and cream at Wimbledon then the only other dessert to enjoy at this time of year is a frozen one. But do you opt for traditional ice cream or an Italian style gelato? If you’re going to make that decision then you need to have a good understanding of the differences between the two.

The profit margins that are generated by ice cream are renowned for being high. So, if you’re looking for a way to boost revenue within your business then selling commercial ice cream could be a simple way to do it. The availability of ice cream can also provide customers with more choice and give them a reason to pick your café over a competitor. If you’re going to start selling commercial ice cream in your café in order to boost profit margins then there are a few simple steps involved.

Every year, the Gelato Festival is held in a number of locations worldwide to bring together the best gelato artisans in Italy, Europe, the US and Japan.  The travelling festival is hosted by Carpigiani in search of the world’s best gelato, and celebrating some of the best international Gelato chefs.

There is one big reason why many people visit Rome. It’s not the history, the art or the architecture – it’s the food. Aside from the mouth-watering pasta and the incredible pizza, gelato takes centre stage as one of the quintessential Rome taste sensations. And if you want to get the most out of your culinary experience in Italy then knowing how to eat Italian gelato like a local in Rome is essential.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.