Origin

History and origin of ice cream

Ice cream is one of the most popular and enjoyed desserts around the world. Its origin dates back thousands of years and has evolved over time to become a delicacy enjoyed in all cultures and countries. If you want to know where ice cream is from and where it comes from, keep reading.

Where did it all start?

The history of ice cream dates back to ancient China, where it is believed to have been invented around 3,000 BC. The Chinese had discovered the technique of freezing milk and fruit juices using snow and ice, allowing them to enjoy a refreshing and delicious dessert. This technique spread to other cultures, such as the Persian and Roman, where ingredients such as honey, fruits and spices were added to create different flavors.

In the Middle Ages, ice cream became popular in Europe, where it became an exclusive dessert for royalty and nobility. They were prepared with exotic ingredients such as sugar, spices, candied fruits and liqueurs, and were served at large banquets and celebrations. However, due to the lack of technology to preserve ice, ice cream was a luxury reserved for a privileged few.

It was in the 18th century when ice cream became popular among the middle class and became a dessert accessible to everyone. With the invention of the ice cream machine by Italian Carlo Gatti in 1851, the production and distribution of ice cream became faster and more efficient, allowing it to be sold on the streets and become a popular dessert around the world.

In the United States, ice cream became popular in the late 19th century, when Italian and German immigrants began selling it from carts on the streets of large cities. Later, the first ice cream parlors and ice cream factories opened, such as the famous Baskin-Robbins chain, which introduced new flavors and preparation techniques that revolutionized the ice cream industry.

Origin to Present…

Today, ice cream is enjoyed all over the world and has become an essential dessert at any celebration or event. There is a wide variety of flavors, from the classics such as vanilla, chocolate and strawberry, to the newest ones such as mojito, macha tea and avocado ice cream. In addition, healthier preparation techniques, such as sugar-free, gluten-free and lactose-free ice creams, have been developed to meet the needs of all people.

As an obsessive ice cream lover, I can say that the key to preparing a good ice cream is in the quality of the ingredients and the preparation technique. It is important to use fresh, natural ingredients, such as milk, cream, fruits and sugar, and combine them creatively to obtain unique and delicious flavors. You can see all this in more detail in the «Ingredients» section. Additionally, a careful preparation process needs to be followed, such as pasteurizing the milk and cream mixture, cooling it slowly, and whipping it with air to obtain a smooth and creamy texture. Currently there are wonderful machines for making ice cream at home and they have revolutionized my entire family.

As we have seen, ice cream is a delicious and refreshing dessert that has conquered the palates of millions of people around the world. Its history and evolution over the centuries reflect the passion and creativity of human beings to enjoy a sweet, fresh and delicious delicacy.

World ice cream day

Although it may seem incredible to you, there is an international ice cream day or world ice cream day, and each country also has its own day, I leave you all the information here.

I hope you like all this information and that you are enjoying it!