NOT EVERY EXPERIMENT IS A SUCCESS… OUR CUSTOMERS SHARE SOME OF THEIR BLOOPERS. A little experimentation is always needed to develop new recipes. As with any project, not every experiment is a success. We’ve seen and heard a lot over the years from different customers about their successful new flavors and creations, and they’ve even… Read more »
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What’s Blooming: Blood Oranges: Not Your Typical Citrus Fruit
The word mutation could possibly beget thoughts of deformity or bizarre appearances, but in the case of the blood orange, mutation resulted in a new, flavorful member of the citrus family. The blood orange is a unique citrus fruit that has a multitude of health benefits and can be utilized in a variety of culinary… Read more »
Understanding the World of Social Media
Social media – it’s hot right now, but how much do we really know about it? Some soar into social media in traditional cannonball style, while others are hesitant to get in the water. Since it is summer, let’s take a look at the swimming pool of social media and start by just getting our… Read more »
Tree Talk: Happy Gelato® Party Craze Comes to America
Happy Gelato® parties are the latest craze sweeping gelaterias around the world – straight from Italy where they began, America is now joining in on the fun. Presented in the U.S. by PreGel AMERICA, the parties feature a trained performance artist who excels at the art of entertainment and gelato – combining both to offer… Read more »
Recipes: Strawberry Shortcake Gelato
Directions: Pour the whole milk and heavy cream into a large bucket/container. Mix the sugar and PreGel Totalbase® (Water & Milk Base) in a separate container. Slowly add the dry mix to the liquid mix while slowly blending with an immersion mixer. Add the PreGel Vanilla Velvet Traditional Paste (American Vanilla) and blend for 3-4… Read more »
Slow Down and Eat Smart
You can buy organic and you can buy local, but is it sustainable? And if it’s sustainable, is it organic or local? Are you overwhelmed yet? There are a lot of issues to consider with agriculture and food-buying decisions these days, but there are also a lot of resources available for selecting the best organic,… Read more »
Branching Out: Cupcakes: America’s Latest Dessert Obsession
Directions: Sift all dry ingredients together and place in the mixer with a paddle. Slowly add the milk(1) and PreGel Vanilla Mexico Superior Traditional Paste while mixing on low speed, then mix on medium speed for five minutes. In a separate bowl, mix egg whites, eggs and milk(2), then add this liquid mixture to… Read more »
What’s Blooming: A Look at the Frozen Yogurt Trend, Probiotics and Legislation
Many followers of the frozen yogurt movement believe the tangy dessert is a new product; however, few realize or recall that it has been around for quite some time. According to Valerie Killifer, editor for Fast Casual magazine, this healthy treat was introduced by TCBY over 25 years ago. Since its launch, frozen yogurt has… Read more »
What’s Blooming: The Hazelnut: A Healthy Indulgence
American’s interest in overall wellness, specifically through exercise and diet, has allowed for a renewed focus on superfoods, and more specifically, items like the hazelnut. The oval-like hazelnut grows in clusters of up to five and is considered the edible fruit of the hazel tree, of the Genus Corylus, which is commonly found in many… Read more »
Behind Every Spoonful Is A Story
A glimpse into the origins of some of PreGel’s greatest successes. Potato chips were invented out of an “act of spite.” In 1853, Chef George Crum responded to a customer’s complaints about his potatoes by frying them to a crisp and heavily salting them. To the chef’s dismay, the customer liked them and they soon… Read more »
Turning Your Passion into a Reality
PART 1 – It all starts with a plan on paper. A six-part series on the necessities of starting a business. Contrary to belief, the key to a successful business is not a “good idea,” but rather a “good idea” fueled by a passion and the desire to see the “good idea” through. Seeing a… Read more »
Top 10: Mistakes in Gelato Businesses
10. Failure to Create a Pleasant or Memorable Experience The atmosphere and mood of your establishment serves as a reflection of the goods you provide. Consumers seek environments that are clean, inviting and comfortable. Consider all aspects of the experience, including lighting, amenities, available seating, traffic flow and the character of the location. Remember that… Read more »
Tree Talk: PreGel Launches New ServIce® Line
PreGel AMERICA recently launched ServIce®, a line of custom-designed paper and plastic products to meet all types of supply needs. Each product is made with the highest standards of quality. All of the products are FDA-approved and created using environment-friendly materials and processes. In Italy, gelato is traditionally served in a cone or paper cup…. Read more »
What’s Blooming: A Pomegranate a Day
What is so super about the pomegranate – a superfruit that is turning up everywhere? A lot, but let’s start with the basics. The name “pomegranate” derives from Latin origins, as a combination of pomum (apple) and granatus (seeded). Native to Middle Eastern regions, the pomegranate is now widely cultivated around the world and was… Read more »
Branching Out: Thinking Outside the Dish Decadent 3-Layer Chocolate Cake
Thinking outside of the box is a defining characteristic of PreGel. We are constantly seeking and developing new niches for our products, acknowledging that the ingredients are common to many diverse culinary applications. With this in mind, we invite you to think beyond the gelato dish, and expand your horizons with our innovative recipes! Decadent… Read more »
Berry Healthy: Basics 101: Water, a Critical Component in Sorbetto
Sorbetto, commonly referred to as “sorbet” in America, is gelato that is made without dairy ingredients. Water, the only component which freezes, is the principle ingredient in sorbetto – composing some 70 percent of the overall mixture. As the principle ingredient, the functions of water in sorbetto are to: • Dissolve sugar • Rehydrate the… Read more »