La Sorbetteria Castiglione

A Bologna institution that’s been slinging scoops since the 1990s, La Sorbetteria Castiglione makes arguably the city’s best “gianduia” (chocolate mixed with hazelnuts) and actually have a handful of trademarked gelatos named after their children and grandchildren, including the Ludivico (caramelised hazelnuts, chocolate and hazelnut cream), the Emma (ricotta, eggs and caramelised figs) and Edoardo (caramelised pine nuts, mascarpone and liqueur). Aside from all that caramelisation, you can also get a Moretti, which is the “first chocolate-dipped gelato popsicle ever invented”. Opening hours: every day 12pm to 2am

It opened its doors in 1994 by Giacomo Schiavon and Marina Marchiori, who for ten years had 'cut their teeth' in what was once the legendary Pino ice-cream parlour. The inimitable Bolognese style makes this ice-cream parlour one of the best-loved places for locals and tourists who come every day to taste the fantastic creams with their soft and persuasive texture. Formidable are the timeless chocolate, lemon and pistachio creams, but equally good are other less usual flavours, such as persimmon.

Ha aperto i battenti nel 1994 per opera di Giacomo Schiavon e Marina Marchiori che per dieci anni si "erano fatti le ossa" in quella che era la mitica gelateria Pino. L’inimitabile stile bolognese fa di questa gelateria uno dei luoghi più amati da residenti e turisti che ogni giorno arrivano per gustare le fantastiche creme dalla consistenza morbida e suadente. Formidabili gli intramontabili cioccolata, crema al limone e pistacchio, ma altrettanto validi altri gusti meno usuali, come il cachi.

Open since 1994, Sorbetteria Castiglione has focused on top-quality ingredients and cutting-edge techniques to craft its gelato: the production is “on display” giving you the feeling of stepping into a true gelato workshop. Alongside their classic gelato and their “special line” flavours, Sorbetteria Castiglione has developed a low-sugar, dairy-free line called “Sanissimo.”. What we’d like to highlight comes from this very line: the Dark Chocolate flavour.

La Sorbetteria Castiglione This gelateria has been making creative luscious flavors since 1994 and it was one of the first to provide unique quality gelato in Bologna, with flavor names like Dolce Emma made with ricotta and caramelized figs or Michelangelo sourced with the best Sicilian almonds. Via Castiglione, 44 d/e, Bologna, Italy +39 051 233257 5. Cremeria Funivia And now, my absolute favorite gelato in the city of Bologna.

How did Sorbetteria Castiglione become a global gelato icon?. Founded 30 years ago by Marina Marchiori during a moment of crisis, it started with bold choices: revamping a pastry shop, introducing gelato, and insisting on pozzetti for perfect serving. Over the years, Marina reduced sugar levels, launched a vegan line, and created custom flavors for international markets like Indonesia, where less-sweet gelato is preferred.

Giacomo Schiavon e Martina Marchiori hanno inaugurato la loro gelateria nel 1994, dopo esperienze in storiche cremerie bolognesi. Sono stati tra i primi a mostrare la produzione artigianale del gelato da un laboratorio a vista, scelta affatto scontata in quel periodo. Oggi hanno attrezzature e impianti all’avanguardia e studiano la tecnica e l’equilibrio degli ingredienti per consegnare un gelato particolarmente salutare.

The best places for gelato in the city in my humble view is La Sorbetteria Castiglione (Via Castiglione, 44 www.lasorbetteria.it), a classic gelato shop where there’s always a busy hive of locals tucking into some of their mouth-watering flavors which include cremino ludovico, hazelnut and cocoa butter; dolce contagio, with pine nuts and carmelized walnuts and dolce emma, with ricotta and figs carmelized with honey.

A winning location and blockbuster flavours combine to make one of the best gelato shops in Bologna. It’s the perfect place to stop after a summer or spring stroll in the beautiful Giardini Margherita. You’ll find all the classic flavours like chocolate, straciatella and pistachio, as well as special ‘creme’ flavours like Michelangel, which is made with a cream of almond and caramelized almond.

Sorbetteria Castiglione – The debate over where to find the best gelato in Bologna is not likely to end, so at the risk of sounding heretic I will cast a firm vote. In my opinion (as an ice cream connoisseur) the pistachio and cremina Guglielmo flavours at Sorbetteria Castiglione are the best I’ve tried in my life. The also offer lactose-free options which taste equally good as a normal gelato.

Popular with locals, La Sorbetteria Castiglione has gorgeous old-world parlor vibes and more than a touch of a Willy Wonka atmosphere. Gelato lovers are invited to peep through the glass to watch the magic of gelato creation unfold in the kitchen. This delightful distraction has left many a gelato aficionado unprepared for making their flavor selection upon reaching the front of the queue.

One bite into your gelato at La Sorbetteria Castiglione, and you’ll know you’ve arrived in gelato heaven. Creamy and rich in flavor, and ready to drip right off your cone, you’ll realize why La Sorbetteria is one of the most loved gelaterias in all of Bologna. Two must try flavors include their signature Crema Michelangelo and Crema Elixir.

Not only was indoor and outdoor seating available (no eating on the curbside here), but there was an English menu that took the guesswork out of ordering. La Sorbetteria Castiglione’s dark chocolate gelato still looms in my dreams, and their Dulce Karin (a signature blend of white chocolate and hazelnut) was silky smooth.

Another great option is La Sorbetteria Castiglione - a 15-minute walk southwest of Piazza Maggiore. We like this place for its inventive flavor combinations, and as their name suggests, they also have a wide variety of fruit-based and non-dairy options. Walk under the beautiful portici the entire way to this gem!

A classic for more than two decades, La Sorbetteria sets itself apart by offering “healthier” options made with fructose and natural ingredients. Many of their flavors are egg- and gluten-free. While I’m always skeptical of such claims when it comes to desserts, the gelato here is quite tasty.

As a matter fact, despite the Southern origin of this gods’ food (I love gelato: can you tell?), here in Bologna there’s an array of amazing shops selling even more surprising ice cream: Cremeria Santo Stefano, Galliera 49, Vecchia Stalla, Scirocco, Sorbetteria Castiglione to name just a few.

I visited La Sorbelleria Castiglione twice, as one time is never enough for any food place in Italy. First up is the Gianduia gelato, which has hazelnuts from Piemonte and fine cocoa. To a nice surprise, it wasn’t just a hazelnut flavoring, as the hazelnuts were mixed in the gelato.

There are plenty of gelato shops closer to the center of town, but La Sorbetteria Castiglione is worth the wander down a quiet, portico-lined street. Try Michelangelo, an almond gelato peppered with almond praline bits, or Dolce Emma, a ricotta base with honey-caramelized figs.

Ever since it opened its doors 30 years ago, it has become one of the most popular ice cream parlours in Bologna thanks to its soft and persuasive creams. The tasty sorbets, ice cream cakes and Moretto are also a must-try. It is located in the doorway of the same name.

I love how serious the owners of this shop take their gelato in Bologna style. They are always looking at ways to improve their flavours and quality and have a strong focus on health by offering low-sugar, lactose-free, gluten-free ice creams that are vegan friendly.

A short walk just outside the city center (and underneath one of Bologna’s original city gates) is a local favorite – La Sorbetteria Castiglione. If you go on a weekend, expect there to be a wait. This award-winning gelataria is known for their trademarked flavors.

The best gelateria that I tried in Bologna (and around the corner from Drogheria della Rossa too), La Sorbetteria Castiglione serves a large and creative range of gelato, granita, gelato cakes and brioche that you can get your gelato in, Sicilian style, too.

Sorbetteria Castiglione opened in 1994 in a town only known for mortadella and tortellini. Eventually, it became the best Gelateria in Bologna. During summer hours (via Castiglione), they open every day starting from 11.30 to 24.00.

You can taste the most delicious Italian gelato in this shop!. Please, please don't miss to visit Castiglione, when you come to Bologna. This is a relatively new gelato shop, which was opened in 1994, and is extremely popular.

Tucked away in the backstreets of Bologna, you need to know that La Sorbietta Castiglione exists in the first place. You’d be beyond lucky to simply wander past it. Its secret is starting to get out however.

My husband and I made the mistake of trying to share 1 piccolo (small) cone. After we finished, we had to go back in and order another piccolo because it was just so good!