Italian-style ice cream that is churned more slowly than regular ice cream, resulting in a denser texture with less air incorporation. It's served at a slightly warmer temperature than American ice cream, enhancing flavor perception.
From Italian 'gelato,' meaning 'frozen,' derived from the Latin 'gelatus.' Gelato evolved from ancient frozen desserts and was refined during the Renaissance, with the modern version developing in the 20th century.
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