Every time I walk from Tiber to Guarini, I see at least one student eating gelato, no matter what the temperature and the weather are! While some students tend to be conservative in terms of the flavors they choose, I always experiment and try something new! This is a list of the unique gelato flavors you can only find in Italy!
- bacio – Literally translated as “kiss”, this gelato flavor is named after the famous Perugian chocolate candies. It is a mix of chocolate and hazelnut. You’ll love this if you’re a chocolate fan!
- castagna – The chestnut flavor is not particularly popular among tourists, but definitely worth trying. This is a perfect flavor for those who prefer mild tastes, rather than an “explosion of flavor”.
- cannella – This is cinnamon, but it is not super-hot: just a nice, genuine cinnamon flavor. It can be a great combination with other flavors.
- cannolo siciliano – If you can’t get enough of the delicious Sicilian pastry, it’s time to bring your relationship with it to another level and try Sicilian cannoli-flavored gelato. Simply delicious!
- crema – This is kind of an egg custard flavor, a little bit like vanilla, but not as sweet.
- malaga – If you are a raisin person, this is your dream come true! Caribbean Rum with raisins- one of my favorites.
- puffo – My brother’s favorite! “Puffo” is the Italian word for “Smurf”. If you are not scared of coloring your tongue blue, go ahead and try it! Its taste reminds me of Hubba Bubba bubble gum.
- riso – Don’t worry - it is more like a sweet rice pudding or Rice Krispies. Can be mixed with almost any other flavor.
- zabaione – Based on the Italian dessert of the same name, it is made with egg yolks, sugar, and sweet wine or cognac.
- zuppa inglese – Literally translated as “English soup,” it’s named after the popular Italian dessert. In English-speaking countries it is called a “trifle.” It’s a custardy flavored base with spongy pink cake pieces and a splash of sweet wine.
Buon appetito!
What are you favorite gelato flavors? Try delicious Italian desserts while studying in John Cabot University!
Anastasiia Komarova
Communications Major
Class of 2018
Hometown: Moscow, Russia
