Hi Lykkers! Welcome to the delightful journey through the world of ice cream, a treat that has melted hearts for centuries.

From an exclusive luxury of ancient empires to a global phenomenon enjoyed by millions, ice cream’s story is as rich and layered as its flavors.

A Brief History

Ice cream's earliest ancestors come from the icy beverages of antiquity. As these techniques evolved, the China began freezing dairy with snow, mixing it with fruits and honey to create a formative version of the ice cream savored today. By the time of the Roman Empire, lavish desserts made from snow, brought from the mountains and sweetened with fruits and nuts, were a popular indulgence among the elite.

The continuous evolution of ice cream has embraced trends and technologies. From the classic flavors of vanilla and chocolate, ice cream makers are now experimenting with less traditional ingredients like olive oil, charcoal, and even lobster. The advent of molecular gastronomy has introduced liquid nitrogen ice creams, offering a creamy texture and a theatrical preparation method.

Favorite Flavors Across the Globe

As ice cream spread across the world, every culture adapted its flavors to local tastes:

1. Italy: Gave us gelato, a denser, more flavorful version thanks to a slower churning process and a proportionally higher amount of milk.

2. Turki: Introduced the world to dondurma, a stretchy, chewy texture of ice cream made unique by the addition of salep and mastic.

3. Japan: Innovated with mochi ice cream, a combination of pounded sticky rice with an ice cream filling, offering a novel texture and method of consumption.