Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Gimme Gelato delights Berlin with its exquisite artisanal ice cream creations. With its flagship glass-walled gelato lab in Berlin-Charlottenburg and a fleet of twenty high-tech mobile units, including gelato containers, food trucks, and retro-designed gelato bikes stationed at popular Berlin spots, this beloved gelato brand is easily recognizable by its mascot, Jimmy the Otter. Embracing a zero-waste concept, Gimme Gelato serves its rich ingredients with edible spoons, offering a selection of local milk-based popsicles and scoops alongside vegan treats. Each season, the brand unveils its latest creations at an annual opening event in Berlin-Charlottenburg, where attendees can enjoy free tastings while supporting charitable causes through donations.
This year’s highlights from Gimme Gelato include a range of Otter-branded popsicles such as Cheesecake Lime Basil with Wafer Crunch & White Chocolate (milk ice cream), Mango Passion Fruit with White Chocolate & Coconut (vegan), Coconut Rum Grape (vegan), Oat Chocolate with Raspberry Swirl (vegan), and Vanilla Oats with Amatika Chocolate (vegan). Notable scoop options include sea buckthorn yogurt (dairy ice cream) and raspberry chocolate brownie (vegan), while sorbet enthusiasts can enjoy flavors like Raspberry and Orange Sorbet (both vegan). Additionally, customers eagerly anticipate the rotation of flavors, including the iconic Austrian Sacher cake gelato.
Ralf Sander, the innovative mind behind Gimme Gelato, merges his expertise in technology-driven gastronomy with a passion for artisanal craftsmanship. Trained in gelato making in Bologna, Italy, Sander established Gimme Gelato in 2018, quickly earning a reputation for excellence. Today, the brand is synonymous with handcrafted ice cream, showcased in its glass factory headquarters and futuristic mobile parlors strategically positioned across the city. From remote-controlled vans to electronic receipts, every aspect of the Gimme Gelato experience is meticulously designed for efficiency and sustainability, reflecting Sander’s commitment to innovation while honoring traditional gelato-making techniques.
As the Chief Gelato Officer, Sander embodies a dedication to leveraging technology to revolutionize gastronomy, shaping the future one scoop at a time. The brand’s high-tech mobile units, including the electric Gimme Gelato Ape, exemplify this ethos, featuring a fully equipped sales counter in the cargo area. With Sander at the helm, Gimme Gelato continues to redefine the boundaries of frozen dessert excellence, blending tradition with innovation to create an unparalleled gelato experience.
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
