Tuesday 24th April. 6pm – £11.50
Join us for another experiment in flavour. We will be joined by the Intrepid Drinker, Charlotte Wood in a one of a kind event.
The Great Flavour Off III
Tuesday 27th March. 6pm – £11.50
The great thing about making artisan Italian gelato is that we can experiment with whatever fresh ingredients we choose. We’ve decided to put our skills to the test in a Flavour Off against another local artisan foodie – Michelle from Planet Leicester Bakers.
Gelato Bites: World’s First Gelato and Beer Pairing
Tuesday 21st March. 6pm – £10
Join Leicestershire’s first Beer Sommelier, Mark Tetlow of the Beer Hub for an exclusive evening of culinary delight.
For the first time ever, beer and gelato have been paired to create a unique evening of taste sensations, supported by quality Leicestershire beer suppliers, Hoptimism.
Gelato Bites: Pudding Wine Pairing
Tuesday 14th March, 6pm – £10
We’re pairing up with our Oakham friends Bat and Bottle Wine Merchants for our latest Gelato Bites event. Specialist Italian wine importers since 1994, we love the unique wines that Ben and Emma bring over from our home country.
This event will be a masterclass in pairing our traditional Italian gelato with some of the most delicious dessert wines from Italy. Guided by the effervescent Ben and Emma Robson you will be transported to a paradise of Italian flavours. Their knowledge of wine, and superb relationships with small Italian producers is second to none and this quality will be available for you to enjoy on the evening.
We’ll be experiencing three exclusive gelato and dessert wine pairings throughout the evening, with expert guidance on both wine and gelato to ensure you savour every moment.
Gelato Bites: Leicestershire Rare Breeds
Tuesday 7th March, 6.00pm – £10
Did you know that all of Gelato Village’s milk and cream comes from rare breed Leicestershire cows?
Join us and Belvoir Ridge Creamery to find out more about fellow Slow Food supporters, Belvoir Ridge Creamery and their nose-to-tail approach to dairy farming.
Meet Alan and find out what makes his herd of Ironstone Red Poll cows so special. The evening will be peppered with delicious tastings, including Gelato Village’s signature Fior di Latte – the blossom of the milk gelato which showcases this local produce at its very best.
You will also be treated to Belvoir Ridge’s famous Colwick Cheese, a traditional recipe first showcased on Jamie and Jimmy’s Friday Night Feast on Channel 4.
Leicestershire produce has never been in a better place and this is your opportunity to discover it!
Gelato Bites: Discovering Leicestershire Wine
Tuesday 28th February, 6pm – £10
Our latest Gelato Bites evening will be partnered with Rothley Wine Estate.
We’ll bring you an exciting evening of discovery; finding out about how grapes are grown and wine is made right here in Leicestershire, and of course giving the opportunity to try some for yourself! There will be three tastings across the evening, where we will explore how Leicestershire sparkling wine pairs with our delicious artisan gelato and much more besides!
Gelato Bites: The Great Flavour Off
Tuesday 21st February, 6pm – £10
The great thing about making artisan Italian gelato is that we can experiment with whatever fresh ingredients we choose. We can make gelato from any combination of flavours, the trick is getting the balance right so it tastes great every time.
We’ve decided to put our skills to the test in a Flavour Off against another local artisan foodie – Michelle from Planet Leicester Bakers. At this Gelato Bites event we’ll be hearing all about Planet Leicester Baker’s incredible baking skills, their experimental work with bread and the way they share their skills with others.
During the evening, there will be three rounds in the flavour battle. We will take the same flavour combinations and then use them to make our own gelato and bread recipes. And you will get to taste them all and decide which is the best!
Join us for what promises to be a unique evening as two craft masters go head to head. It’s Bread Vs Gelato!