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Try these delicious types of ice-cream from around the world
- Everyone loves ice-cream. There's something mouthwatering about frozen cream/milk and sugar that we simply can't resist. But not all ice creams are created equal. In fact, some are completely different from what you're used to. Like any other type of food, different versions of ice cream were developed and adopted in different countries. From the stretchy, gooey, Turkish ice cream, to the juicy, fruity popsicles of Mexico, you'll find different kinds of ice cream depending on which country you visit. Browse through the gallery and be surprised by the variety of ingredients, textures, and flavors of all these different types of ice-cream.
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Gelato, Italy - Probably one of the most famous types of ice cream around the world, the gelato is known for its smooth, creamy texture, and variety of flavors.
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Gelato, Italy - The frozen delicacy is known to be around since at least the 16th century.
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Stir-fried/rolled ice cream, Thailand - Also known as I Tim Pad, this ice cream is originally from Thailand, and is made by spreading an ice cream mixture and flavor syrup on a plate at sub-zero temperature.
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Stir-fried/rolled ice cream, Thailand - This freezes a sheet of ice cream, which is then rolled using a spatula and served.
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99 Flake, United Kingdom - The 99 is a British classic. It consists of soft vanilla ice cream served in a cone with a flake chocolate bar inserted.
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99 Flake, United Kingdom - Cadburys developed the famous chocolate flake in 1920. The 99 can be found in pretty much any ice cream van around the UK.
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Dondurma, Turkey - Serving Turkish ice cream is an art form in itself. Unlike regular ice cream, its made from goat's milk, mastic (a resin) and salep (a type of flour).
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Dondurma, Turkey - This gives the Dondurma a chewy texture and makes it very stretchy and moldable. Ice cream vendors can often be seen performing tricks with Turkish ice cream.
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Spaghettieis, Germany - Yes, it looks like a plate of spaghetti, and that's how it's supposed to look! It's essentially ice cream pasta with sauce on top.
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Spaghettieis, Germany - Reportedly, before the ice cream became famous across the country, it made many children cry. Who would want a plate of spaghetti for dessert, right?
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Jipangyi, South Korea - These are actually the cones that are then filled with ice cream. They're made from corn.
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Jipangyi, South Korea - Although originally from South Korea, these j-shaped tubes can also be found in other countries around Asia.
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Kulfi, India - Making this traditional Indian delicacy involves simmering milk for many hours to get a thick, creamy texture.
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Kulfi, India - Cardamom, pistachio, saffron, and honey are some of the flavors that you can find in this Indian classic.
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Akutaq, Alaska (US) and Canada
- While it might not seem like Alaska or Canada is cold enough without frozen treats, the local Akutaq is a worthwhile exception. (Photo: Wikimedia / CC BY-SA 3.0)
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Akutaq, Alaska (US) and Canada
- This delicacy, traditionally from western Alaska and northern Canada, is made with local animals' fat (e.g. seal, moose, walrus, fish, etc.) and mixed with berries. (Photo: Wikimedia / CC BY-SA 3.0)
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Mochi ice cream, Japan - A twist on the traditional Japanese sweet rice cakes, these are essentially balls of ice cream wrapped in mochi dough.
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Mochi ice cream, Japan - These bite-sized ice creams come in a variety of flavors, including green tea.
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Frozen yogurt, United States - Also known as "froyo," this supposedly healthier alternative to the traditional ice cream became hugely popular in the US and in many other countries around the world.
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Frozen yogurt, United States - The tangy flavor and low-fat content is what makes many people opt for these.
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Ais kacang, Malaysia/Singapore - Also known as ABC (short for Air Batu Campur), this cold dessert is very popular in both Malaysia and Singapore.
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Ais kacang, Malaysia/Singapore - These were originally made with shaved ice and red beans, but throughout the years, many other ingredients have been added.
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Paletas, Mexico - These frozen popsicles are made with fresh fruit. There are essentially two versions, those made with water/juice and those made with milk/cream.
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Paletas, Mexico - These are so important in Mexican culture, that in Tocumbo you'll even find a giant statue of a paleta!
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Frozen custard, United States - This is essentially ice cream with eggs added. The result? A denser, thicker ice cream.
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Frozen custard, United States - Originally created in Coney Island back in 1919, frozen custard eventually became very popular all over the country, especially in the Midwest.
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Sorbetes, Philippines
- These popular ice creams are sold by street vendors in the Philippines. (Photo: Flickr / CC BY 2.0)
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Sorbetes, Philippines - These are usually served on wafers, sugar cones, or even bread buns.
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Try these delicious types of ice-cream from around the world
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Everyone loves ice cream. There's something mouthwatering about frozen cream/milk and sugar that we simply can't resist. But not all ice creams are created equal. In fact, some are completely different from what you're used to.
Like any other type of food, different versions of ice cream were developed and adopted in different countries. From the stretchy, gooey, Turkish ice cream, to the juicy, fruity popsicles of Mexico, you'll find different kinds of ice cream depending on which country you visit.
Browse through the gallery and be surprised by the variety of ingredients, textures, and flavors of all these different types of ice cream.
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