Being a sweet tooth and extra-appreciative of dessert, I often say yes to anything thatโs offered to me that has sugar in it. From the simple kakanin sold by vendors to the more sophisticated gourmet desserts, I often find pleasure in eating sweet delicacies. I always believe that the joy in having dessert does not end in the taste, but it also extends to the actual experience of eating it and the memories that come with it. This is why almost everybody loves ice cream โ it reminds us of our childhood and the days when we donโt count every calorie that comes with what we eat.
Carmenโs Best invests in the experience of eating ice cream as much as in the taste and quality of the ice cream itself. Together with other food bloggers, I had the pleasure to meet Paco Magsaysay, the man behind Carmenโs Best Artisanal Ice Cream, when we were treated to generous servings of great-tasting ice cream last week at Echo Store, Serendra. It is easy to tell that Paco is passionate about his craft. He enjoys the โglowโ that he sees in peopleโs reactions when they first get a taste of his creations, fuelling his passion for innovating and creating more delectable ice creams to share with his customers (in case youโre wondering, Carmen is Pacoโs daughter).
Carmenโs Best is a multi-awarded brand. When I finally got a taste of the ice cream theyโre offering, I immediately understood why. Every spoonful was rich, dense, and creamy โ just like how premium ice cream should taste like. We were treated to a variety of flavours that night, starting off with the more familiar Pistachio flavour.
I have tried a lot of Pistachio-flavoured ice creamed but Carmenโs Bestโs version is by far the most memorable. They use pistachio paste made from pistachios from Siciliy to guarantee a premium pistachio taste.
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| Each pint costs Php 395.00. Definitely worth it I’m tellin’ ya! |
My favorites that night though were the Cereal Milk and Butter Pecan flavours.
โCereal Milkโ was inspired by the taste of frosted flakes cereals we used to enjoy as kids (and in my case, even as an adult). Remember that pleasant childhood feeling you had when youโre enjoying those leftover sugars from your frosted flakes cereal box? This is what the Carmen’s Best Cereal Milk flavour is about. The candied almonds that go with it make sure that you truly relive that childhood moment.
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| Carmen’s Best Cereal Milk |
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| Carmen’s Best Butter Pecan |
With a range of flavours made from the finest ingredients that are sourced from all over the world (Vanilla beans from Madagascar, Horlicks malted milk powder from England), and using 100% cowโs milk and cream, fresh from their very own dairy farm, it’s no wonder you can have pure indulgence in every spoonful. Here are the other Carmen’s Best flavours you can choose from (the Salted Caramel is also a must-try!):
Carmen’s Best ice cream flavors
And because I know youโre craving for ice cream by now, Iโm giving away a Carmenโs Best GC worth Php 500.00 to one luck reader! Joining is easy! Simply get your entries from the Rafflecopter widget below (please wait a little bit as it may take some time to load):
Good luck!
HOPE TO WIN! I SHARE THIS ICE CREAM TO MY FAMILY THIS COMMING SUMMER! ๐
I'd like to try the Malted Milk flavor ๐
Waaa! I want! Do they sell it per scoop? ๐
ice cream *_* when i see your ice cream's photo honestly i want it but unfortunately not available in indonesia
I looove ice cream, can't wait to check this place . thanks for posting, gonna indulge na haha!
Jamoca Almond Fudge ^_^
Jamoca Almond Fudge ^_^
me waaant pistachoooo!! yum!
crave!! hope i can try this on of this days!
I've always wanted to try Carmen's best! I often see this on my facebook newsfeed.
Hi! How and where do you order these? I've been dying to try them for the longest time, but I don't know where to buy them.
Very tempting! It's the perfect companion on this very hot day!
Very tempting! It's just a perfect companion on this very hot day!
I would love to try the Pistachio Almond Fudge! The name sounds yummy already! ๐
I'd like to try pistachio since it's a unique flavor of ice cream not usually seen in stores.
quite pricey but yeah.. I think it's definitely worth it!
Wow when I read about the Pistachio flavor, I started craving for ice cream. Cheers.
I want to try the Hokey Pokey ( :
I want to try the Hokey Pokey ( :
That looks absolutely delicious, o tempted right now although here in England it isn't the right weather for icecream yet!
I want to try their signature salted caramel flavored ice cream! It's classic and yet tempting!
Thank you and God Bless! ๐
I would love to try their signature salted caramel flavored ice cream! It's classic yet tempting! ๐
Thank you and God Bless!
Ohh that looks really yummy – I want to try that out!
I'd like to try the salted caramel and pistachio almond fudge
i want to try HOKEY POKEY and BRAZILIAN COFFEE.. hope to win!! adds-on our bonding with family and friends.!
I would like to try the salted caramel ๐
OOOH LOVE ICECREAM – THAT LOOK SO YUMMY ๐
i am actually a big fan of ice cream and i will definitely try this one.
Since I've always been craving for ice cream during times like this summer era… well, I think I just found another choice to try!
Okay, now forgive me for drooling out loud. LOL!
I'd like to try their Pistachio Almond Fudge and Salted Caramel! ๐
Bat ba ako napadpad dito. Iniisip ko pa talaga kung worth yung pera para sa isang pint. Napadpad na ako dati sa post mong to. Tinangal ko muna sa isip ko yung Carmens hehe.
Real Ice Cream for the Royals.
try mo now..lol
a must-try indeed