The truth about ice cream: Discover fascinating things you never knew

The Truth About Ice Cream: Discover Fascinating Things You Never Knew 

Cool, sweet scoops of ice cream are the perfect "saviour" dessert on hot, sweltering summer days in Vietnam. Surely, all of us have enjoyed this tempting treat at least once. Yet there are some truths about ice cream that are truly surprising and that not every food lover knows.

Today, join the world of premium Italian Gelato from Baby Boss as we travel back through time and discover the fascinating stories behind this globally beloved dessert!

1. Its Origins: When Did "Cà Rem" First Appear?

The first truth about ice cream takes us back to ancient times. According to historical records, the forerunner of ice cream appeared in the first century AD as a cold dessert reserved exclusively for the Roman Emperor Nero Claudius. At the time, it was simply snow brought down from the summit of the Apennine Mountains, mixed with fruit and honey, and poetically called "Sweet Snow".

It was not until the 13th century that the great explorer Marco Polo brought a recipe for ice cream made from frozen milk back to Europe. At first, it was a luxury reserved only for the aristocracy. Over the centuries, the recipe gradually became more widely available.

By 1904, at the St. Louis World's Fair (United States), ice cream truly took off, marking the beginning of a brilliant era of development for the dessert industry. Today, refined versions such as Italian Gelato have become symbols of sophisticated cuisine.

2. 15+ Amazing Facts About Ice Cream That Will Astound You

Behind its sweet, creamy and refreshing flavour lie some astonishing figures and truths about ice cream :

• Milk ratio: To produce 1 gallon of ice cream (approximately 3,78 litres), at least 12 litres of whole milk are needed.

• Huge consumption: The US is the world's largest ice cream-consuming country. On average, each American eats around 23 litres of ice cream per year. Australia and Switzerland come next.

• Ice cream-licking record: To finish a large ice cream cone, on average you would have to lick it approximately... 50 times!

• Surprising ingredient: Do you know what takes up the most volume in industrial ice cream? It is air! (As for Italian Gelato , the air content is extremely low, creating its distinctive dense and smooth texture).

• Vanilla vs Chocolate: Although Vanilla is currently the best-selling flavour, historical records show that Chocolate was actually created first.

• Ice Cream Month: In the US, July is celebrated every year as "National Ice Cream Month".

• The "Brain Freeze" phenomenon: The intensely painful sensation in your head when eating ice cream too quickly is actually caused by the nerves in the roof of your mouth being suddenly stimulated by the cold temperature.

• Strange flavours: There are incredibly "unusual" ice cream flavours around the world, including garlic, chilli, liquorice, blue cheese and even bacon.

3. Unexpected Health Benefits of Eating Ice Cream

It is not merely a refreshing treat; another truth about ice cream that scientists have proven is that it offers many health benefits when consumed sensibly.

• A source of energy and vitamins: Fresh milk—the main ingredient in ice cream—provides many minerals and 25 types of amino acids, and is rich in calcium, which helps bones develop. Ice cream combined with fresh fruit provides plenty of Vitamins C and D.

• Improves your mood: Have you ever wondered why eating ice cream makes you feel happy? Its sweetness and refreshing coolness stimulate the brain to release Serotonin (the happiness hormone), helping to reduce stress and dispel anxiety effectively.

• A healthy choice with Gelato: If you are concerned about gaining weight, Italian Gelato is the solution. With an extremely low fat content (just 4-8%) thanks to the use of fresh whole milk instead of dairy cream (heavy cream), you can enjoy it with complete peace of mind.

4. Enjoy Premium Italian Gelato with Baby Boss

Through this article, Baby Boss hopes to have brought you some fascinating and useful truths about ice cream .

Amid the hustle and bustle of life, take a moment for yourself and visit our chain of stores Baby Boss or our F&B partners to treat yourself to a cup of Italian Gelato with an authentic European taste. Don’t forget to share this unique culinary knowledge with your friends and family!

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