Bruce Koeller (BK), Owner Amore Gelato 535 16th Street #120 (16th & Welton) Denver, CO 80202 303-825-0609 www.amore-gelato.com The passionate owner of Amore Gelato, located in Denver, CO, shares how his gelateria conducts business daily, plus lessons and tips he’s learned along the way. JM: What inspired you to open a gelateria? BK: We absolutely… Read more »
Color: The Visual and Edible Spectrum
Quick! Without looking down, what color clothes are you wearing today? Are they your favorite colors? What do you think those colors say about who you are as a person? These questions may seem pedantic until you consider that a study by the Institute for Color Research has found that upon viewing, a subconscious judgment… Read more »
Tree Talk: HR Corner: Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Sexual harassment – it’s a subject that is sensitive and uncomfortable. Most companies would like to avoid it all together, but there is no way to get around it. To act wisely, companies need to understand the issues of sexual harassment. They need to be aware of the various types of sexual harassment and how… Read more »
Top Ten: Official State Desserts
10. Key Lime Pie – As its name implies, Key Lime Pie was invented in the late 19th century in the Florida Keys, which is also where Key limes are grown. One of America’s most-loved regional desserts, Florida’s famed Key Lime Pie was designated as the official state dessert in 2006. Named after the southernmost… Read more »
What’s Blooming: The Blackberry: A Small Cluster of Big Flavor
Once upon a time, during an era not too long ago known as the twentieth century, the blackberry was more synonymous with the delicious, edible fruit than the technological device used for the purpose of electronic communication. Today, the good news for zealous connoisseurs and cooks alike is that the blackberry fruit is still an… Read more »
What’s Blooming: Drinkable Desserts
Drinkable desserts are a go-to favorite when it comes to choosing a lighter dessert fare in restaurants these days. This new twist on plated-desserts is making its presence known in the pastry world and is climbing the list of hot trends.1 With endless possibilities for beverage and flavor combinations, there is something to please every… Read more »
Berry Healthy: Mooooove Over Cow’s Milk: Alternatives Are Here to Stay
A tall glass of milk with cookies, milk for your morning cereal, milk in your daily coffee … milk as we know it is getting a run for its money, as cow’s milk is moving over to make room for a wide variety of alternative “milks.” While nondairy milks initially emerged on the market largely… Read more »
Feature Customer Q&A: The East Has Eats!
The East Has Eats! From the swanky eateries of New York City to the wholesome richness of southern fare, the East Coast of the United States is synonymous with fine cuisine. Incorporate the artisanal elegance offered by gelaterias like Tommy 2 Scoops of New Jersey and Sugarland of North Carolina to complete the equation of… Read more »
Recipes: Tropical Sundae
Method of Preparation: Bring sugar and water to a boil. Stir in pineapple. Cook until pineapple is transparent and tender; add 5-Star Chef Pastry Select Vanilla Compound or Vanilla Purissima Bean Traditional Paste Method of Preparation: In a sauce pot, melt the butter and glucose. Whisk in the sugar and pectin, and cook, whisking continually,… Read more »
Recipes: Coffee Sundae
Method of Preparation: Mix all ingredients together. Blend with immersion blender. Pasteurize the mix at 85°C/185°F. Mix well for 2–3 minutes Pour in batch freezer and freeze. Assembly: Freeze desired glass. Drizzle in PreGel Mou Topping (Creamy Caramel). Fill glass with two scoops coffee gelato. Garnish glass with whipped cream, chocolate- covered coffee beans and… Read more »
Back to Our Roots: It All Starts with the Voice at the Other End of the Line
“Thank you for calling PreGel AMERICA.” This is the voice you hear everytime you call, the voice that places your order, the voice that helps you pronounce “Arabeschi®,” the voice that listens and offers advice on the newest recipe you tried, and the voice that helps you get through the latest crisis – this is… Read more »
Reevaluate Your Business: Part 3: Involving Your Customers
A FOUR-PART SERIES Last time, we looked at how integrating your business within the community better facilitated bonds between your business and your customers by allowing your business to become a source of local support. The next step in the process of reevaluating your business is getting your customers more involved. When people feel as… Read more »
Tree Talk: PreGel Goes Pink for a Good Cause
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and PreGel AMERICA will be participating in a BIG way! Stay tuned for more information on discounts on our featured “Pink” flavors and a special contribution that PreGel will be making to the Avon Breast Cancer Walk and Foundation based on your help. We are excited to be… Read more »
Tree Talk: PreGel AMERICA Introduces Frozen Pop Kits
Dessert Makers Can One-Stop Shop for All Their Frozen Pop Needs After launching five new Coriandolina® Frozen Pop Coatings as a part of the company’s 2011–2012 Novelties, PreGel AMERICA is taking frozen pop-making one step further. The company’s new frozen pop kit features all the tools needed to create gelato and frozen yogurt pops includ… Read more »
Tree Talk: Tenerissimo™ Frozen Desserts Causing a Stir in the Industry
New frozen dessert offers affordable, multifaceted concepts for business owners PreGel AMERICA announced the anticipated arrival of Tenerissimo™ Frozen Desserts. Having caused a stir in the market at shows and events across the U.S. for over a year, business owners will be delighted to learn about the many options this new and exciting frozen dessert… Read more »
From the Top of the Tree
The year is almost half over, and I am sure we all share the same sentiment: Where does the time go? We blink, and a new season is upon us. New issues, a new corner to turn, and the goals we set in January loom over us as we strategize how we can meet them… Read more »
Recipes: Cherry Cola Gelato
Directions: Place the milk, cream, cola syrup,Cherry Fortefrutto® and Vanilla Velvet Traditional Paste in a large mixing container Mix together all of the dry ingredients and remove any lumps. With an immersion blender, combine the liquid ingredients while slowly adding the dry ingredients. Mix well for 2–3 minutes Place in Hot Process machine and follow… Read more »
Recipes: Plum Tenero
Directions: Combine all ingredients and blend with an immersion blender. Pour into hopper of desired soft serve machine. Run machine as directed.