I’ve been thinking about souvenirs lately. But some things don’t last and are not actual souvenirs unless I’ve taken a picture. This would include gelato. Chocolate is another thing that doesn’t last but I can only consider one irresistible treat at a time.
I associate gelato with my travels to Italy even though I’ve found gelato in many other places. But when I’m in Italy the excitement of finding a gelato shop and selecting one or more flavors is part of my travel experience. Looking at the beautiful displays of colorful gelato adorned with flowers and garnished with fruit is part of the fun. I always get a cone and use one of the tiny spoons to make it last longer. With the cone wrapped in a thin napkin I’m ready to take a leisurely stroll while enjoying my gelato. Considering that I have the beautiful scenery in Italy to admire, this is one of my favorite activities.
Although I have no souvenir postcards of gelato I do have these (and a few other) pictures that I’ve taken. Travel and gelato have become treasured memories.
Taking a walk with gelato makes this scene perfect…
Meg Travels 
Every time I read about your gelato adventures I get a yearning to try some. As far as I’m aware I’ve never had it, only ice cream. I don’t know if it exists in Scotland, I expect it does if only I knew where to find it. In any case, it’s at the back of mind to try some if ever I get the opportunity, and wandering round Italy would be the ideal situation.
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I hope you get the opportunity to try gelato sometime soon. It’s really a wonderful treat and when you’re in Italy it doesn’t get any better!
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Yummy. I love ice creams. :)
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It’s my favorite too!
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You make gelato and Italy sound so magical, Meg! Lovely pictures! :)
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For me there’s no better combination – thank you Rachael!
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Ah, a post after my own heart. I cannot imagine travel without gelato, or icecream or chocolate! Thankfully i walk so much when on holiday, that I don’t always come back with extra padding :-)
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That’s a great point Madhu – the walking really helps when there is so much gelato and chocolate to sample!
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Oh my goodness. Easy to see why you have such fond memories of gelato. I’m afraid if I went to Italy I would be sampling and indulging in gelato at least a couple times a day. I am a chocolate and ice cream junky.
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I think it is fine to eat lots of gelato while on vacation – it’s a great travel memory!
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Love your gelato shots! I have never thought to take one and I could have used one for a recent post! LOL
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It took me several trips to Italy to start taking pictures of gelato because I could never find postcards! I think the presentation of gelato is very artistic in Italy… :)
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It is. Like everything else. :)
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I know everytime you look at these photos, Meg, you have a huge smile on your face , you close your eyes and you are back there. The little gelato shop in Fennville tries but they do not have the consistancy that you have found in Italy. We need to see the nirvana look on your face when you have your next cone .And that is SOON !!!!
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You are right – these pictures of gelato bring back great memories! I’m looking forward to continuing the tradition as soon as possible :)
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You had my mouth drooling at GELATO – YUM:) Happy Tuesday!
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I’m now wishing for gelato too – it must be those pictures!
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I’ve always been a fool for coconut gelato, but honestly, I’d be happy for any flavor…especially after reading your post!
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Coconut gelato sounds great! I like to try new flavors and add to my favorites… :)
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Yum! We love gelato, too, and associate it with traveling since we don’t have gelato around here (Ohio). We usually take pictures, too. Guess you and I have souvenir shots in common. ;)
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Gelato is so delicious that I always look forward to finding it while I’m traveling! And we both know that it’s great to have pictures of gelato too… :)
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Oh…that’s a beautiful scene! And with those mouth-watering gelato, definitely a picture perfect!
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It is so beautiful in Tuscany – adding gelato makes it even more perfect!
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It’s gelato time again for me soon – though me and the girls are going to Krakow not Italy this time. I’m sure we’ll at least find ice cream if not gelato – I will post a picture just to support your research.
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I hope you have a wonderful time! I’ll want to know all about the gelato/ice cream there so I’m looking forward to your posts :)
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Mmmm, all the different flavours of gelato look gorgeous. How do you choose?
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Choosing is very difficult! Sometimes I just pick my favorite flavors so I’m not overwhelmed by all the tasty choices… :)
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the prettiest gelato display i have ever seen meg … thank you!
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You’re welcome – I thought they would make great postcards!
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I want EVERY flavor. Nice!
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I’ve thought about asking for every flavor instead of only one or two!
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That picture is almost worth a trip to Italy.
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I agree – it just makes me want to go back to Italy that much sooner!
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I think of you every time I see gelato, and I often stop and enjoy some myself. But somehow I think the reason it is so special to you is it is linked with Italy! There’s no way to reproduce that feeling here in the States. :-)
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There’s something about the combination of gelato and being in Italy that is irresistible. And I am so happy that you think of me when you see gelato!
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Thank you for introducing me to gelato last year!! I hope that someday I go to Italy to taste the authentic version! I had some in Grand Cayman our final stop before heading home to Miami and it was great! I forgot to take a photo though :(.
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You are very welcome! It sounds like you had some good gelato in Grand Cayman. I just started taking pictures of gelato recently – they make great souvenirs!
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We, too, love the gelato experience!! Such a great “souvenir” for the tummy! LOL!
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That’s a great way to describe it – the gelato experience. Wonderful!
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I’d kill for some gelato right now! it’s delicious! We have fantastic artisan gelato in Argentina thanks to all the Italian immigrants and I have to say that Argentina and of course Italy are the two countries with the best gelato in the whole wide world. I’ve just returned from Italy, where a had a gelato a day. it doesn’t get better than that.
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It sounds like you had a fantastic time in Italy! I’m glad to know about gelato in Argentina too. I always like to know where to get the best gelato :)
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I see you’re gearing up for your next adventure!
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You’re right – it won’t be long now!
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every time you post about gelato I’m glad I currently live in Italy and can just go down the road to get some….I’ll be really sad in a year and a half when you post about gelato and I won’t be able to get it as easily any more….definitely one of the best parts about Italy!!
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I’m glad to know you’re making the most of your gelato opportunities while you live in Italy! It must be wonderful to have gelato shops nearby :)
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