Spain is home to some of the finest ice cream parlors globally, with one establishment recently achieving a prestigious accolade. Véneta Ice Cream Shop, which has several locations in Madrid and Valencia, has been proclaimed the fifth best ice cream parlor in the world. This recognition comes from the esteemed Gelato Festival World Masters, a tournament held every four years in Italy, which brings together some of the planet’s best gelato makers. Managed by gelato master Maurizio Melani, Véneta Ice Cream Shop has earned the three crowns of this renowned festival.
The Gelato Festival World Masters
The Gelato Festival World Masters is one of the most followed events centered around ice cream, with qualifying competitions held in over twenty countries. Over the years, it has become a significant event in the gelato world, showcasing the talents of top gelato makers. This year, Maurizio Melani’s establishment achieved the fifth position in a ranking dominated by European ice cream parlors.
Top Ice Cream Parlors in the World
Fazekas Cukraszda – Budapest, Hungary
La Parona del Gelato – Verona, Italy
Savannah’s Kitchen – San Francisco, USA
VeroLatte – Vigevano, Italy
Véneta Ice Cream Shop – Madrid and Valencia, Spain
Additionally, another Spanish ice cream parlor, La Cremeria Italian Gelato in Cádiz, also made it to the Top 10, securing the seventh spot on the list. This ranking showcases the excellence and diversity of gelato making across the globe.
Véneta Ice Cream Shop: Flavors and Accolades
Véneta Ice Cream Shop offers a variety of award-winning flavors, including Sicilian orange, pistachio, and mint stracciatella. One of their standout flavors, grandmother’s cookie, was recognized by the Gelato Festival in 2013 and 2015 as the Best Ice Cream in Spain. This flavor continues to be a huge success among customers. In addition to gelato, Véneta Ice Cream Shop offers crepes, waffles, and cakes that can be accompanied by scoops of their delectable ice cream.
La Cremeria Italian Gelato
La Cremeria Italian Gelato, founded in 2011 in Cádiz, specializes in ice cream and cold pastries. They are meticulous in selecting ingredients, seeking quality and healthy products. Some of their popular flavors include Sicilian cannolo and mascarpone. They have been recognized with the Slow Food seal and achieved a Repsol Solete award in 2022. Their dedication to quality and innovative flavors has earned them a spot among the top ice cream parlors in the world.
Conclusion
The recognition of Véneta Ice Cream Shop as the fifth best ice cream parlor in the world and La Cremeria Italian Gelato’s inclusion in the Top 10 highlight the excellence of Spanish gelato. These establishments, through their dedication to quality, innovation, and exceptional flavors, have made significant marks on the global stage, further establishing Spain as a destination for world-class gelato.
