Orange high temperature warning! Today, the heat has escalated across the country, reaching 40 degrees Celsius. The boredom caused by the scorching heat can only be eliminated with ice cream.
Some time ago, we specially compiled a collection of must-eat ice creams from various countries. Today we recommend 10 must-try ice cream shops in Shanghai. Most of them sell smooth, low-fat, solid and dense ice cream1gelato.
gelato is handmade authentic gelato. Compared with American ice cream that is heavy on milk and sugar, Italian gelato, which is delicate and less burdensome, is more suitable for hot summers.
In order to find the most worth-eating ice cream this summer, we walked around the streets and ate at nearly 20+ stores, and compiled the 10 most worth-checking stores in Shanghai. After reading this article, I guarantee you will be 10℃ cooler.
Don Nino Italian creative desserts
Recommendation: Coast pistachio, gilt truffles
Price: 59 yuan/double ball
Address: No. 159, Madang Road 10b
Don Nino is an old Italian gelato brand, and its first store in the country is in Xintiandi along the street The store, surrounded by flowers, is so beautiful that it feels like you have strayed into Alice in Wonderland. There is an endless stream of people who come here to take photos and check in.
We chose the classic combination of coastal pistachios and gilt truffles. The official label has an overall sweetness of 30%.
The pistachio flavor is made in almost every gelato shop. Their nut flavor is quite good, but the texture is not smooth enough and the gelato is slightly solidified. Compared with the little blue cup GROM, the god of pistachios in our hearts, it is still a little worse. (Unfortunately, GROM has withdrawn from the mainland market on March 31)
The gilt truffle is also quite special. The front note is slightly bitter chocolate, and the special fungus flavor of truffle is hidden in the base note. Eat it with waffle crisps. It's amazing, it's the richest chocolate ice cream we've ever tasted. After reading the reviews, it seems that their mint chocolate is also very good. Friends who are interested can try it!
Venchi Wenqi
Recommended: pistachio, hazelnut chocolate
Price: 59 yuan/2 flavors, 69 yuan/3 flavors, Italian handmade crispy tube 15 yuan
Address: Unit 01C, first floor, No. 25, Lane 181, Taicang Road
Founded in 1878, Venchi is an Italian chain national chocolate brand. His family has developed as many as 350 different chocolate products and 90 flavors of ice cream. We love the caviar-like chocolate the most, and the mellow taste is unforgettable.
In addition to chocolate, I recommend everyone to try gelato, a representative of outstanding students. My favorite is the pistachio and hazelnut chocolate combo. The pistachio raw materials come from the world's top pistachio producing area - Sicily, Italy. Upon entering the mouth, the natural aroma of nuts dominates the taste. It is particularly fragrant and has a long aftertaste.
Hazelnut chocolate, which makes countless chocolate lovers ecstatic, is sweet and rich. There are also Italian crispy cones, each one is handmade, with perfect appearance and taste. The only small drawback is that compared with other stores, the combination of three balls + crispy tube is easily more than 80 yuan, so the price-performance ratio is not too high.
MIMILATO
Recommended: Huangpiguo, Yongyou Grape
Price: 35 yuan/small cup 2 flavors, 50 yuan/large cup 3 flavors (exchange cone + 10 yuan)
Address: No. 1251 Changle Road, Xuhui District
Open at Changle Road MIMILATO under the sycamore tree, the store is very small, you will miss it if you are not paying attention. The new summer solstice menu is full of personality, including huangpi fruit, Yongyou grape, perilla plum, fermented pineapple , etc. These unexpected combinations will make your mouth water just by looking at their names.
We paired it with a colorful three-color cup, and I like the yellow peel fruit flavor the most. Who would have thought that this small fruit, which is limited to July and August in the Guangdong and Guangxi regions, would be so charming when made into gelato. The sweet and sour taste is refreshing with the aroma of tangerine peel, and the tail note has a touch of citrus sweetness, which is especially suitable for summer when appetite is low.
As a refreshing bomb, Yongyou grapes are made from local grapes from Ningbo , which have ultra-high sweetness and overflowing fruity aroma. As soon as you take your mouth, it feels like drinking a large glass of freshly squeezed grape smoothie. The acidity and sweetness are well balanced, and the unique aroma of berries is a plus. This refreshing touch made us finish most of the glass in one go.
The curious edamame flavor, I was not disappointed after trying it. The texture is powdery and glutinous. After melting, you can taste the fine particles of edamame, and the milky taste is also rich. The only pity is that the overall bean flavor is relatively weak and difficult to capture.
Because his new flavors are updated on a rolling basis, only 6 flavors are available every day. If you go there for a certain taste, it is recommended to call the store before going.
dip in gelato
Recommended: lychee cream beer, burnt butter sage
Price: 35 yuan/small cup for 2 flavors (exchange cone + 5 yuan), 45 yuan/large cup for 3 flavors
Address: No. 205 Fumin Road
Dip in gelato, located on Fumin Road, is a popular player in gelato circles in the city. His family is keen on introducing complex flavors, mixing different ingredients into CP, and the taste combinations are bold and diverse.
The menu is different in each season. There are generally 12 flavors to choose from: 6 regular flavors + 6 seasonal restrictions. Every time I try something new, it’s like unboxing a blind box.
This time we went and caught up with the spring limited edition Little Tail and tried 3 flavors. The most amazing player was the Lychee Cream Beer, which is very beautiful and has a light pink color. Based on the milky taste, the first sip is the sweetness of lychee, and then the aroma of malt that is unique to wheat beer . The slight bubbles of the beer are the soul.
We couldn't help but take a few more bites. The smell of beer became more and more obvious, like a glass of cold beer on a sultry summer night, comfortable and refreshing. And the alcohol content is very low, making it very friendly to people who are not able to drink.
The theme of the spring menu is "herbal flavor". The burnt butter sage is the most impressive, and we think it is the sweetest among the three. Burnt butter, also known as hazelnut butter, is very milky but not heavy.
The finishing touch of sage brings the blessing of herbal aroma. When paired together, the two are surprisingly harmonious, fresh and not greasy.
I heard from the boss that new summer limited flavors will be available in mid-July, rush!
Azabuya Azabuya
Recommended: Matcha No. 5, black sesame
Price: 34 yuan/double, 38 yuan/triple, 40 yuan/cone
Address: No. 313-315, Urumqi Middle Road, 789 Industrial Taikoo Hui, Nanjing West Road LG2
Azabuya Azabuya was originally a Japanese simple meal brand. Unexpectedly, it gained a large number of fans because of gelato. It is also one of the few Japanese-style gelatos in Shanghai. ( Urumqi Middle Road store is an ice cream specialty store)
If you are a matcha lover, don’t miss their matcha flavor. According to color concentration and sweetness, it is divided into 3 levels: No. 2 has a strong milk flavor , the matcha flavor is lighter; No. 3 matcha has a moderate flavor and is the most acceptable; No. 5, the darkest color, has the strongest Japanese matcha flavor, dense texture, a slightly bitter tea aroma in the aftertaste, and is overall thicker.
html No. 15 is the most popular. When we arrived at noon, one box had already been sold out, so if you want to eat it, you have to hurry up early.
The black sesame flavor is also good in my personal test. You can actually eat black sesame particles in it. It is crunchy and fragrant when chewed, like eating frozen black sesame balls. I thought I would get tired of it after a few bites, but I didn't expect it to be quite durable.
Compared with the other two trump flavors, the grapefruit and flavors are a bit ordinary, with a sour and sweet taste, which is good for relieving tiredness.
Bonus
Recommended: Mojito , black and white sesame seaweed
Price: 25 yuan/single ball, 40 yuan double ball (change cone + 5 yuan)
Address: No. 243-3, Urumqi Middle Road (opposite Avocado Aunt)
Old brand gelato The specialty store Bonus is an evergreen tree on Urumqi Middle Road. It has been open for 12 years and its popularity remains high. They have a dizzying array of flavors, roughly 20 in total, and the richness of the different flavors is thoughtfully and kindly classified on the wall of the store.
This mojito-flavored gelato is probably the most refreshing gelato I have eaten this year. It has a milk-free sorbet texture, and the texture is moist. The addition of lemon and mint creates a refreshing feeling. It is sour, sweet and playful. It is very suitable for the hot and humid summer in the city.
Salty black and white sesame seaweed. There are small pieces of shredded seaweed hidden in the sesame ice cream. The seaweed is not masked by the taste of sesame , but instead amplifies its salty taste. The seasoning is also wonderful.
We found a perfect description: it’s like eating a piece of sesame moss pancake just taken out of the refrigerator, the texture is amazing! If you like salted egg yolk, you must try the Gaoyou salted egg yolk flavor. The salted egg yolk particles are looming. This is also his family's famous and famous creation, and it will have endless aftertaste.
Gelato Dal Cuore gelato
Recommended: scallion noodles, whiskey diced oranges
Price: 38 yuan/small cup 1 to 2 flavors, 48 yuan/large cup 1 to 3 flavors
Address: Shaanxi North Road Rooms 600 to 9 (on the north side of Xinzha Road) and many other stores
The gelato with the most imagination in Shanghai is none other than Dakori. The scallion oil noodle gelato launched last year became a hot topic. Every time I go to the Shaanxi North Road store, the door is always lined with people.
I heard from the store clerk that they are currently mainly making some summer-limited fruit gelato, such as small tomatoes, peaches, watermelons, etc. Unfortunately, they were all sold out when we went there.
Finally, I chose whiskey orange dices that have been grown for a long time. The orange dices have been pickled in advance and taste like eating citrus gummies. The taste of whiskey is not outstanding, but overall it is quite pleasant. What's worth bragging about is the texture of his ice cream, which is so smooth that you can dig into it with a spoon.
also tried a lychee rose, but there was nothing memorable after eating it. I only tasted a faint rose fragrance at the end, so it is not recommended. In comparison, the Sichuan peppercorns we had eaten before were more popular with us. The Sichuan peppercorns were freshly ground and sprinkled on, and the taste was not as unacceptable as expected. The flavor was unique and mellow.
Otaru Western Confectionery Shop LeTAO
Recommended: Milk cheese mixed flavor
Price: 39 yuan
Address: Unit 103, No. 159, Madang Road and many other stores
Top three Japanese desserts, the originator of cheesecake, Hokkaido Popular must-buy The souvenir - LeTAO, is the ceiling of the Magic City milk ice cream in our hearts. Every time I pass by Xintiandi, I buy one.
Strictly speaking, LeTAO makes soft ice cream. The ice cream made from Hokkaido pure milk is thick and smooth, with a natural milky aroma. The texture is very light and doesn't feel too wet.
The cheese flavor is not as thick as expected. You can feel the fluffiness of the ice cream when you take a sip. It is not greasy at all until the end. With the crispy cone skin, the cheese will make your heart beat loudly in a second.
Unfortunately, due to the epidemic, the cheesecake and sandwich biscuits are out of stock, and the free cup that combines the three classic items is temporarily unavailable.
In addition to gelato specialty stores, many high-end luxury hotels also launch ice cream trucks that return for a limited time every year, such as The Peninsula, The Langham, Xintiandi, Cordis Hongqiao, The Middle House, etc. You can eat delicious gelato and take stunning photos at the same time. Blockbusters.
Peninsula Hotel Ice cream truck
Recommended: Oreo ice cream , rum Raisins with custard
Price: 45 yuan/single ball, 70 yuan/double ball, custard 10 yuan
Address: Shanghai Peninsula Hotel Yuanmingyuan Road side entrance
Business hours: 12:00-20:00
The Peninsula Hotel’s ice cream cart is finally back! It is located at the side gate of Yuanmingyuan Road. Its exterior color is very recognizable Peninsula Green. The retro and exquisite open-air car shows modernity and has a sense of atmosphere. It will be a blockbuster if you take a photo with your mobile phone.
The ice cream is handmade in the hotel and comes in 4 flavors: Oreo , rum raisin, vanilla, strawberry. You can choose to use paper cups or transparent cups, and you can freely add various chocolate chips and waffles. Crisp and colorful sugar flakes.
Strong Amway Everyone adds a stick of custard fruit. The crispy custard fruit is dipped in rich ice cream. It is a double delicious dish with a full sense of layering. Such a combination has a solid portion and is more than enough for two people to share.
In addition to ice cream, there are also Peninsula's new hot dogs and classic Swiss rolls , which are very suitable for camping takeaways. Sitting under the umbrella, facing the Bund, , taking a sip of ice cream, this is the happiness that summer should have!
The Langham Hotel Ice cream truck
Recommended: vanilla, matcha
Price: 38 yuan/ball
Address: No. 99 Madang Road, Xintiandi Triumph Restaurant on the 1st floor of The Langham Hotel, Shanghai Xintiandi
Business hours: 11:00-21:00
Take a look Among high-end luxury hotels in Shanghai, The Langham Hotel's English-style afternoon tea has always been highly praised, especially the tiramisu , which is the favorite of many gourmets. Unexpectedly, the ice cream truck is returning for a limited time in the summer, and it is also worth a try.
The seating outside the restaurant is surrounded by pink tie balloons, creating a romantic and comfortable atmosphere. There are a total of 6 flavors of ice cream. We chose the classic vanilla and matcha flavors. Vanilla is not too sweet. The vanilla seeds visible to the naked eye give it a bold and strong aroma. The milky taste is soft and sweet. It can give you the simplest happiness of ice cream. your turn.
Matcha is also eye-catching. The tea has a rich and mellow flavor. Even people who are not interested in matcha will want to praise it after eating it.
The addition of ingredients is frugal. We added QQ gummy candies and chocolate beans, which were our favorites in childhood, and they collided with the ice cream. It was pure happiness. Depending on the season, Langham will often change and launch fruit-flavored ice cream. I heard that peach ice cream will be launched soon, so look forward to it!
Don’t be afraid of getting fat when eating gelato. Its fat content is between 4% and 8%, which is considered low-fat compared to other ice creams.
dine-in food in Shanghai is gradually being resumed, and our favorite gelato shop is also delivering coolness. Which gelato shop is your favorite and what flavor is your favorite, please comment in the comments section!
Editor: Hattie
Editor: Judy
Photography: VC
