A layered dessert that brings gelato and tiramisu together, without compromising tradition.
Gelatissimo is stepping into one of Italy’s most hotly debated desserts, and doing it with surprising restraint. Landing in stores nationwide from today, the limited-edition Tiramisu Slice brings together gelato and tiramisu, but not in the way you might expect. There’s no blending or shortcutting here; instead, it’s a layered, plated-style dessert that leans into tradition rather than reinventing it entirely.
At its core, this is about getting the details right. You’ve got mascarpone gelato layered with coffee-soaked savoiardi biscuits, finished with cocoa, whipped cream, and a crisp wafer for texture. It’s a format that mirrors a classic tiramisu, with each element clearly defined. As Gelatissimo’s Innovation Lead Anna Temellini puts it, the goal was to understand “what makes a true one, the ingredients, the layers, the craft”, and build something that honours that. The result feels more like a considered dessert experience than a novelty, tapping into both nostalgia and technique in equal measure.
Quick Bites
- What to Eat: The Tiramisu Slice, layered, creamy, coffee-soaked, and finished with a crisp wafer for contrast
- What to Drink: A classic espresso or short black to double down on those rich, bitter notes
- When to Go: Post-dinner dessert run or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up
- Cost: Tiramisu Slice $13.50
- Where to Play After: Take a stroll and savour it slowly, this one’s best enjoyed unhurried
- Vibe Check: Italian nostalgia meets modern dessert bar, equal parts polished and playful
- Book It: Walk in at your nearest Gelatissimo store or find locations online here
