Thursday, April 16, 2009

Habemus Gelatum

Two weeks ago I lamented about my search for the ever fleeting "real" gelato. For me, neither Sucre nor La Divina makes the cut in terms of texture (which, in my opinion, is what separates gelato from ice cream). After being inspired both by our commenters' suggestions and finishing the Crescent City Classic, I once again embarked on my search for the city's best gelato. And I found it at...

Gelato Pazzo Caffe. Congratulations, Pigna family. You deliver the smoothest, softest, richest, creamiest gelato these taste buds have savored. Above is a half 'n half cup of chocolate and hazelnut. Mrs. Pigna also alerted us to the "Cicconut" flavor (hazelnut with nutella) that unfortunately was not part of that day's selections. The gelato base includes milk from Smith Creamery - as does the base at La Divina. Maybe it's the "imported Italian special mixing equipment" that makes the difference? I don't know they do it, but I'm glad they do.

On a related note, Oak Street (where Gelato Pazzo is located) is undergoing major construction right now. As you can see below, the street is completely torn up and impassable by car. However, all of the Oak St. Merchants are still open for business. So if you're in need of a new pair of white bucks, swing by Haase's and you can stop by Gelato Pazzo next door. Two birds. One stone.

Gelato Pazzo Caffe - Eagle

4 comments:

lafille said...

Thanks for the tip. I'm totally there!

Celeste said...

GP's lemon sorbetto is excellent. The food's pretty tasty, too, including the steaks. Yes, steaks; cooked with herbs & lemon in the Italian fashion.

Rene said...

The second photo makes it look like you got to get sentenced by a jury of your peers to visit GP. Ohh well, I think I have committed a few crimes here and there.

Anita said...

You got it in one! I and all my friends agree. This place is amazing, really a family deal and the gelato is heavenly. Try blood orange or limoncello -- oh, just try them all!

And thanks for the tip about Oak Street; it is going to be a beautiful "main street" very soon and, meanwhile, these valiant merchants deserve our support. Pazzo is the first door off Carrollton, really not much of a hike.