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by Julie Harans   In the age of outlandish froyo toppings and artificial flavors, it's time to get back to basics. Fortunately, a new kind of frozen dessert store will take root in Miami Beach this October, and it's bringing back the homemade touch that the sweet treat scene has been missing.   Jodi's Italian Ice is as authentic as a...

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Coffee is a key part of the Italian culture, but instead of simply spending your trip sipping cappuccini on terraces, why not get a taste for life on the other side of the bar? Florence's Espresso Academyoffers a range of courses including basic, intensive and café latte art, while the Terzi Coffee School in Emilia Romagna offers intimate workshops...

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by Patti Lee   A slice of Italy has come to Gotham's most famous department store. Along with trendy shoes and brand -name cookware, New Yorkers can now get gourmet pizzas and artisanal gelato at Macy's Herald Square store. It's the latest phase of the flagship's multi million -dollar makeover, a facelift that's expected to draw a youn...

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Rita's Italian Ice®, the world's largest Italian Ice concept with over 600 stores, now in 22 states, has awarded franchise and area development agreements for the state of Alabama to franchisees, local residents and Veterans, Doug Portrey and Rob Tarr.   Having grown up with Rita's and vacationed in the Gulf Shores, Portrey and Tarr realized...

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Many people describe Gelato as "Italian ice cream," but anyone who loves gelato knows that it's really incomparable. It's Italy in two scoops. A fresh, healthy, and delicious dessert that transports you to Rome or Florence without the jet lag.   No passport? No problem. We've got a list of our Top Gelato Shops in America to satisfy your crav...

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Monsù, la giovane azienda familiare siciliana che produce gelati, sarà presente sul mercato americano dal 30 aprile 2014 in tutti i supermercati di Central Market, la catena dedicata al cibo biologico e di qualità di proprietà di HEB, uno dei più grandi retailer indipendenti degli Stati Uniti, più volte nominato "Retailer of the year".   L'i...

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Go ahead, take a spoonful. Or even two. Lynne and Massimo Romeo, as well as their sons Mirko and Gabri, won't mind one bit as you sample their delicious gelato. They know you'll be coming back for more.   #Ciao offers a repertoire of 40 gelato flavors, with 18 on hand at any one time. The top three best-sellers, Lynne says, are dark chocolat...

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by Zach Melvin   A city famous for its pizza is making a name for itself with another Italian delicacy. At Gelato Giuliana, 15 employees produce between 1,500 and 2,000 pounds of gelato a day. The company sells to supermarkets, country clubs, restaurants and colleges from Maine to Delaware.   "This was quite accidental actually,...

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by George Demopoulos   An Italian fast-casual chain is saying "ciao" to Cherry Creek in favor of a spot on Colorado Boulevard. Mici Handcrafted Italian will depart from its home of seven years at 3030 E. Second Ave. at the end of the year and reopen at 727 Colorado Blvd., the former home of Boulevard Burger & Tap across from Tr...

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By Pamela Silvestri   With the weather feeling more like spring, perhaps you're in the mood for something cool. Regardless of current temps, here's something a Staten Islander can warm up to in the spring. And the winner is Ralph's Famous Italian Ices with 2,440 votes for its six locations: 501 Port Richmond Ave, Port Richmond; 3285 Ric...

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