You may be familiar with gelato as an Italian variation on conventional ice cream. This long-time favorite dessert is similar in many ways to the ice cream we know and love in the US, and can even be indistinguishable in some cases. However, there are important differences between the two.
The main difference between gelato and ice cream is that gelato may or may not contain cream. Some types of gelato, known as sorbetto, will not have any sort of dairy product in them at all. For this reason, gelato is often known to be lower in both fat and calories than most other ice creams, as well as an acceptable alternative for diners who practice a vegan or lactose-free diet. In whatever form it may take, it is a soft and delicious dessert for hot, summer nights.
At our Bothell Italian restaurant, you can enjoy this Italian treat in the form of our vanilla affogato di gelato, served in espresso, or our gelati and sorbetto dish. Try it out for yourself at Amaro Bistro tonight!