Dropped by Capogiro on 13th and Sansom

Capogiro Gelateria
119 S 13th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107-4807 Phone: (215) 351-0900
Business Types: Ice Cream Parlors, Restaurants

If you like Gelato (and who doesn't?), you're going to love Capogiro. For those of you who don't know what it is, I found this nice summary on Mondo Gelato:

What is Gelato Most people do not know that ice cream was invented in Italy, developed by Sicilians using a freezing process involving ice and salt. In the 16th Century, a Sicilian monk, named Francesco Procopio, perfected this technique. The tradition of gelato making was passed on from generation to generation by gelato artisans. Today in Italy, Sicilian gelato is still regarded as the best gelato overall.

What is the difference between Italian gelato and North American ice cream? North American ice cream is made with a much higher percentage of air content and fat content. Premium brand ice creams are about 16% fat while super premium products are over 20% fat. A higher fat content gives a creamier texture, however the true flavors are masked. Gelato has much less air content, therefore smoother and very low in fat content (2-8% depending on which product). Gelato is also freezed less deeply, tastes lighter with an intense flavor. This is why after having gelato it feels less heavy than most North American ice creams.

We believe Italian Gelato should be enjoyed fresh. Our Gelato is made daily by hand only with premium ingredients. Unlike commercially produced Gelato, we do not add preservatives. Once people have experienced Gelato, it will become as well known as ‘pasta’ or ‘cappuccino.’

I stopped by yesterday for the fist time, and bought a small bowl (Pollacto?) of Gelato. I order the "La Colombe Moca" and the "chocolate and banana." It was fantastic. There were too many other flavors to mention. The only draw back, and it is a big one... It cost $4.55 for a small bowl. And it was SMALL! If I go back, I'm gonna get the pint, which was about $10.00.

Comments

[Nicole Gelato]

hey my name is Nciole Gelato.I am doing a report on Gelato and if you find out any good info can you e-mail it to me thanks.

P.S.
I am in the sixth grade in Las,Vegas

[SubCon]

This gelateria brings back a lot of memories from Italy where every town seems to have one with a staggering number of flavors. I would try one in each town (if not one each day)... one must know what flavors are worth savoring after all! My Capogiro favorite is the pistacchio, consistently a "headturner" (pun intended.)

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