About Repicci's Italian Ice & Gelato of Southern Tennessee
Italian Ice Is Not Like Other Frozen Desserts
ITALIAN ICE VS. GELATO & ICE CREAM
ITALIAN ICE VS. GELATO & ICE CREAM
Frozen desserts as a group differ based on their ingredients, texture, and flavors. Italian ice, while similar to ice cream and sherbet, is a unique delicacy.
Italian ice is dairy-free, gluten-free, egg-free, and cholesterol-free. Some flavors also come in a sugar-free option.
ITALIAN ICE VS. GELATO & ICE CREAM
ITALIAN ICE VS. GELATO & ICE CREAM
ITALIAN ICE VS. GELATO & ICE CREAM
The biggest difference between Italian ice and gelato or ice cream is dairy and eggs. While Italian ice is dairy free, gelato and ice cream both get their creamy texture from the high whole milk and cream content. Custard versions of both ice cream and gelato may also contains eggs.
Flavors for ice cream and gelato vary widely and include
The biggest difference between Italian ice and gelato or ice cream is dairy and eggs. While Italian ice is dairy free, gelato and ice cream both get their creamy texture from the high whole milk and cream content. Custard versions of both ice cream and gelato may also contains eggs.
Flavors for ice cream and gelato vary widely and include fruits, chocolates, and spices. Italian ices tend to be fruit flavored.
ITALIAN ICE VS. SHERBET
ITALIAN ICE VS. GELATO & ICE CREAM
ITALIAN ICE VS. SHERBET
Italian ice and Sherbet share a similar fruit flavor palette. Both sherbet and Italian ice also share a creamy, smooth consistency. Sherbet, however, derives its creamy texture from milk while Italian ice is dairy free.
ITALIAN ICE VS. SORBET
ITALIAN ICE VS SNOW CONES & SHAVED ICE
ITALIAN ICE VS. SHERBET
Italian ice most closely resembles sorbet. Both treats are egg and dairy free. Both also share a similar fruit flavor palette.
In fact, the biggest difference between sorbet and Italian ice may be their origin. Italian ice is the Italian version of creamy dairy-free ice while sorbet is of French origin.
In addition, sorbets often contain
Italian ice most closely resembles sorbet. Both treats are egg and dairy free. Both also share a similar fruit flavor palette.
In fact, the biggest difference between sorbet and Italian ice may be their origin. Italian ice is the Italian version of creamy dairy-free ice while sorbet is of French origin.
In addition, sorbets often contain liquor flavors while Italian ices do not generally contain alcohol but may compliment it well.
ITALIAN ICE VS SNOW CONES & SHAVED ICE
ITALIAN ICE VS SNOW CONES & SHAVED ICE
ITALIAN ICE VS SNOW CONES & SHAVED ICE
Italian ice and snow cones share their icy base, but the similarity stops there. Snow cones are crushed or chopped ice that has been packed together. They have a coarse, gritty texture.
For snow cones, the flavoring is poured over the ice after it has been formed on the cone or cup. This late application of the flavor can lead to uneven
Italian ice and snow cones share their icy base, but the similarity stops there. Snow cones are crushed or chopped ice that has been packed together. They have a coarse, gritty texture.
For snow cones, the flavoring is poured over the ice after it has been formed on the cone or cup. This late application of the flavor can lead to uneven or incomplete flavoring of the ice.
Italian ice flavorings are added before the freezing process giving a uniform taste thorough the scoop.
ITALIAN ICE VS. WATER ICE
ITALIAN ICE VS SNOW CONES & SHAVED ICE
ITALIAN ICE VS SNOW CONES & SHAVED ICE
Italian ice and water ice use the same three ingredients: fruit or fruit juices, sugar, and water. However, water ice is not whipped to create the same creamy, velvety smooth texture that real Italian ice has.
Water ice will have a crunchier texture than Repicci’s Real Italian ice.
ITALIAN ICE VS. SLUSHIES
ITALIAN ICE VS. SLUSHIES
ITALIAN ICE VS. SLUSHIES
Italian ices are hand-dippable frozen consistency. Slushies are semi-frozen drinks with small ice pellets and liquid flavoring mixed together.
ITALIAN ICE VS. GRANITA
ITALIAN ICE VS. SLUSHIES
ITALIAN ICE VS. SLUSHIES
Granitas may have been the inspiration behind the creation of Italian ice.
A granita is an Italian dessert which is semi-frozen and made from sugar, water, and various flavorings. While similar to Italian ice, a granita does not have the same smooth consistency.
Granitas can be thought of as a fancy snow cone with finely ground ice rather
Granitas may have been the inspiration behind the creation of Italian ice.
A granita is an Italian dessert which is semi-frozen and made from sugar, water, and various flavorings. While similar to Italian ice, a granita does not have the same smooth consistency.
Granitas can be thought of as a fancy snow cone with finely ground ice rather than a whipped creamy creation like Italian ice.
Italian ice has more air beaten into the mixture resulting in the smoother texture.
Repicci’s Italian Ice Comes to You
If you want real Italian ice, with its velvety smoothness, Repicci’s offers on-site, frozen dessert catering for your private parties and company events. Our authentic Italian Ice and one-of-a-kind gourmet Italian treats have flavors for all ages. Our convenient mobile food trucks make it easy to serve your catering needs.
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Contact us to request catering for your event. You’ll also find us at fairs, festivals, sporting events, and even weddings. Discover a location near you!
Or call us at 1-931-313-9078.
