FOOD + DRINK
Kent Ice Cream cont .
Treatz // Gravesend
Treatz began life in Berkshire , but soon started to expand across the country , and we ’ re lucky enough to have one in Gravesend . With a fun , retro diner vibe , the ice creams at Treatz are magnificent – rising high from the dish and definitely needing a long-handled spoon to be enjoyed to their fullest , there are 40 flavours of amazing gelato ice cream to choose from .
Enjoy your ice cream in a cone , in a waffle basket , as a sundae , or even – if you think you can handle it – in a freakshake ; a megamilkshake including ice cream , cake , sweets , waffles , sauce and anything else that can be thrown at it , which tastes incredible ! www . treatz . co . uk
Morelli ’ s // Broadstairs
Morelli ’ s began in 1907 in – perhaps surprisingly – Scotland . Giuseppe and his son Mario , who had recently arrived from Italy , decided to start their own gelato business in their new home . They had no idea what to expect , or whether this treat would be popular , but they went ahead and we ’ re delighted that they did . There are now 18 Morelli ’ s ice cream parlours across the world , including our very own in Broadstairs , which opened in 1932 . www . morellisgelato . com
Four Winters // Bluewater
Each season has its own unique flavours and the brains behind Four Winters take this to heart , introducing different limited edition ice creams every three months . This alone makes Four Winters stand out , but there is something else unique about it : the ice cream is made using liquid nitrogen and you can watch it being created in front of you in moments . As well as the flavours on offer , you can create your own special bowl with a variety of different toppings . www . facebook . com / FourWintersUK
Creams Café // Tunbridge Wells , Bexleyheath , Canterbury , Bromley , Rochester & Orpington
The idea behind visiting Creams is that you can treat yourself and indulge , and with the delicious flavours of real Italian gelato on offer – including Maltesers , cookie dough , white chocolate , Oreo and toffee butterscotch , the impressive sundaes and the stunning desserts – that ’ s exactly what you can do . www . creamscafe . co . uk
The Bears Trading Company // Tankerton The Bears Trading Company doesn ’ t make its own ice cream , but it does utilise ice cream made in Kent to create some fantastically delicious desserts . www . thebearstradingcompany . co . uk
Sorbetto // Ramsgate
There has been an ice cream parlour at this spot for over 70 years , and Sorbetto has taken up the mantle beautifully . As well as being able to taste the delicious flavours within the shop itself , you can take them home too , and even have Sorbetto cater your event or party ! www . sorbetto . co . uk
Creams Factory // Tonbridge
At Creams Factory you can actually watch gelato being made and it ’ s a fascinating sight . There are a number of intricate parts to the process and each one is on display for customers to enjoy here . That ’ s not the only thing they can enjoy , of course . The gelato produced at creams is a delight ; delicious , creamy and different . Flavours include raspberry , dark chocolate , coconut cream , cinnamon , almond and pear .
As well as gelato , you ’ ll find freshly baked goods such as croissants and waffles , and hot puddings – all of which complement the ice cream perfectly . www . creamsfactory . co . uk
How To Make Your Own Ice Cream
If all of these ice creams and ice cream parlours have inspired you not only to taste the variety of flavours on offer , but to make some of your own , insideKENT can help you do just that . Making ice cream is an art , but it is certainly something that can be learnt at home , as many of the ice cream experts can attest to . So here ’ s how to get started . Remember , there are a variety of different ways to make ice cream , so the first step is to work out which method is best for you .
The following methods all make vanilla ice cream , but there is no reason why you can ’ t experiment and try different flavours too . Just throwing in some chocolate chips or chunks of fruit can really make a difference .
THE BAG METHOD
What you need :
• 250ml pouring cream
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 / 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 egg yolks
• 20-30 ice cubes
• 100g rock salt
• Two freezer bags ( one large , one medium )
What to do :
1 . In the medium freezer bag combine the cream , sugar and vanilla extract . Make sure the bag is properly sealed .
2 . In the larger freezer bag , combine the salt and the ice .
3 . Place the smaller bag into the bigger one and shake vigorously for around 10 minutes . By this time the ice cream will have formed and hardened and you can eat it right away .
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