Gelato: Your Best Bets In Rome

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Today it seems gelato and Rome go hand in hand. Italy is famous for this delicious dessert and travelers and locals alike enjoy this unique Italian treat. Ice desserts began centuries ago, when people realized that ice and fruits could be combined for a sweet treat. Gelato was first made when dairy products were added to these popular ice desserts from centuries before.

Although different regions and countries have put their own spin on this dessert, Italian gelato is made with milk, or skim milk, as opposed to cream, so it has a lower fat content than ice cream. This lower fat content allows the flavors in the gelato to stand out more. Gelato is also denser than ice cream because it has less air whipped into it. If youre traveling to Rome, be sure to try out these popular gelaterias for and authentic Italian gelato experience.

San Crispino, Via della Panetteria 42, is known to many as one of the finest gelaterias in Rome. This shop focuses on quality by serving only gelato, and no cones or sauces. It is known for its extremely intense flavors, including the special San Crispino flavor, which is full of fruits, nuts and Marsala wine.

If youre looking for generous portions at great prices, be sure to stop at the Gelataria at Da Quinto in Via Tore Millina. Da Quinto provides a large array of fruit flavors, as well as the classics, such as pistachio, chocolate and hazelnut. One of their specialties is authentic stracciatella, a vanilla swirl fudge gelato.

The ultimate chocolate indulgence can be found at Tre Scalini at Piazza Navona. Tre Scalini features a thick, dark chocolate gelato reminiscent of a chocolate fudge brownie. This shop also offers outdoor seating, popular for people watching at the Piazza. Recently renovated, Tre Scalinis take-out section offers less expensive options than enjoying your gelato at one of their tables with waiter-service.

Fiocco di Neve is best known for its specialty Zabaione Semifreddo. This popular treat is Zabaione gelato served in a glass with a shot of espresso. This semifreddo, which literally means half-cold, is an Italian tradition that endures at this cozy gelato shop.

Giolitti is a long established local favorite in Rome. The shop, located on via Uffici del Vicario, opened in 1900, is often voted the best gelato in local polls. Chestnut is one of Giolittis most famous flavors and was favored by Pope John Paul II.

If its organic gelato you are looking for, be sure to check out Fio di Luna. Fior di Luna is unique in that all of its products are organic and responsibly produced, as they adhere to the tenants of the Commercio Equo e Solidale.

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