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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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