Gelato and ice cream blogs
Shapeshifters
Soft serve ice cream has come a long way since it was invented in the 1930s when a simple swirl was the only serving option. The clever folk at Carpigiani have created a range of 13 different shaped nozzles to give operators more... more
The Freezer
Introducing new products in the gelato category Put a stamp on your creations Henley Bridge’s latest chocolate decor range by Chocolatree brings an 80-strong listing of products comprising an innovative collection of ready to use decorations and moulds,... more
Make it a mono
Mono-portions, or mini desserts, are very much on trend and with good reason. Rising obesity rates and an increased focus on healthy eating has prompted chefs and consumers alike to re-evaluate portion sizes, particularly when it comes to calorie-intensive treats.... more
First base
Getting the correct consistency or base for your ice cream mix is key to its success, and it can be achieved in a number of ways, depending on timescales and skillset. Ice cream is essentially an emulsion (made up of sugars, milk solids and fat dispersed... more
The Freezer…. Introducing new products in the gelato category
What a load of waffle! Whip up waffles in minutes with British Bakels craft egg waffle mix (8kg). This ready-to-use powder mix, which has a long shelf life, couldn’t be easier, just mix with water and whisk for approximately five minutes to create... more
Cocoa creative
Getting the best out of cocoa powder in gelato When it comes to flavour (and colour), working with cocoa powder can open up a world of possibilities in your ice cream and gelato recipe development. Here Talia Profet, Head Development Chef, deZaan Cocoa,... more
Are you Veganuary ready?
The UK’s vegan population is growing exponentially and is expected to be boosted further in January as legions of curious consumers once again pledge to take the Veganuary challenge and go plant-based for the whole month. According to Mintel,... more
Choc on!
Chocolate soft serve set to be an industry game changer When it comes to chocolate soft serve, we’ve got our competitors licked! We’re extremely excited to announce that we have succeeded where many others failed before and have created a... more
The chill out zone . . . Gearing up for the new season
The changing seasons provide a great opportunity to mix up your gelato offering to better suit the weather and your customers’ moods. Henley Bridge Ice Cream and Gelato Technician Mark Eastman advises: “Whilst light, floral and fruity... more
N-ice ideas!
Top tips for festive gelato by Henley Bridge Ice Cream & Gelato Technician Mark Eastman. Use slow-moving gelato flavours to make your chocolates to avoid throwing them away. For example, coat balls of orange gelato in dark chocolate and freeze down... more
Ice cream that’s full of beans
Coffee and gelato are a winning double act, either served side by side as a pairing – or combined to make coffee-flavoured ice cream. Here, Henley Bridge’s resident gelato supremos show how you can keep it cool with coffee… ... more
Softly does it
Keep your cool this summer – and your profits hot – by adding soft serve ice cream to your operation The nation’s ongoing love affair with ice cream is proving a brilliant income generator for lots of different venues,... more