Although there is no documentation of the first ice cream makers, many accounts credit Italians with perfecting the process. Returning to Europe from an expedition to China in 1295, the Italian trader Marco Polo may have brought back recipes for water ices (the Chinese had been using evaporation to preserve winter ice since the eighth century B.C.). By the early 17th century, the Italians were using ice to prepare creamy sweets.
In addition to the traditional "cioccolato" (chocolate), "vaniglia" (vanilla) and "fragola" (strawberry), we have our own "specialties".
"tartufo" (a soft, light ice cream). It's is an ice cream truffle with chocolate coating. For a smooth twist, indulge in "gelato affogato" which means "smothered ice cream" it's ice cream with whiskey.
"Frullati" (cold fruity shakes), in a wide variety of flavors. A traditional Italian ice -- it's called "granite."
We can provide just about every flavor from "nocciole" (hazelnut) to "lampone" (raspberry). When you see the words, "produzione propria" that means that they are genuine homemade treats. Don't forget to say "con panna" to make sure your scoop comes slathered with whipped cream.
"I don't even like ice cream, but I will never forget this taste. I guess I can never have it again, unless I visit Italy."
Try not to become too attached to the taste of gelato... you may not find anything as good anywhere else.

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The Pizzelle is an italian wafer cookie that originated in ancient times to mark an annual celebration.

It is believed they are the oldest known cookie

Over time pizzelles became a gift for celbrating important holidays or occasions. They were originally baked over an open fire with a crude, but effective, iron. The baker would give a hint about the village of origin. Eventually Pizzelles became a standard at Christmas and Easter. Today they are still served by many italian grandmothers at family get togethers. There are many ways to spell Pizelle and very many variations in the pronunciation. The derivative of Pizelle is Pizze, which is italian for "flat".

The cookies themselves vary in flavor, but the texture always remains. Thin, almost wafer-like, and crisp.

Traditional flavors include Anise and Almond. The basic recipe has changed little over the years. but different flavors can be achieved based on which extracts (such as almond, anise or vanilla) are used.

The main ingredients of Pizzelle are egg, flour, and sugar. The number of cookies desired will determine the amount of these ingredients necessary.