The ice cream and the Argentine medialuna: the gastronomy highlighted by Ryan Gosling
The American actor from Barbie, The Notebook, or Lalaland among other films, highlighted the Freddo ice cream parlor from Argentina and medialuna (croissants). We'll tell you what medialunas are, a classic Argentine sweet, and what Freddo is.
"Do you still have Freddo in Argentina?" asked Ryan Gosling in an interview during the promotion of his upcoming movie called "Dangerous Profession," and continued with "I always think about it. The best ice cream." And then he highlighted the Argentine medialuna: "And the medialuna were something... That's how you start the day in Argentina." And he concluded with "It's like a small croissant. Something like that, but sweeter," to explain to his colleague Emily Blunt when she asked what medialuna are. That's why it's important to know what Freddo is, why ice cream stands out in Argentina, and to tell in more detail what the classic Argentine croissants are, so consumed at breakfast and snacks in our country.
Why is ice cream so popular in Argentina?
Argentine ice cream is very popular for several reasons. Firstly, the quality and variety of ice creams in Argentina are exceptional. Argentine ice cream makers pride themselves on using fresh and natural ingredients, resulting in intense and creamy flavors. Additionally, the artisanal technique used in making ice cream contributes to its high quality and smooth texture. Another important factor is cultural tradition.
Argentina has a long history of Italian immigration, and Italians brought with them the tradition of making ice cream. This has led to ice cream parlors becoming an integral part of Argentine culture, with ice cream shops on every corner and a wide variety of flavors to satisfy all tastes. Furthermore, the warm climate in many regions of Argentina makes ice cream a refreshing and popular choice throughout the year. Argentines enjoy ice cream both in summer and winter, contributing to its constant popularity.
More and more, very varied flavors are appearing in ice cream shops, so each one has its characteristic and unique taste.
In summary, the combination of high quality, cultural tradition, and favorable climate makes Argentine ice cream extremely popular and appreciated both nationally and internationally.
What is Freddo, the ice cream parlor named by Ryan Gosling?
Freddo is a recognized chain of Argentine ice cream parlors, known for offering high-quality ice cream with a wide variety of flavors. Founded in 1969 in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, Freddo has rapidly expanded and now has numerous branches throughout the country, as well as overseas, including the United States, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay, and other countries.
Other ice cream parlors in Argentina
Freddo is one of the ice cream parlors in Argentina, but not the only one. If we talk about chain ice cream parlors, you can find big ice cream parlors like Volta, Munchi's, Lucciano's, Occo, Persico, Chungo, among others. Helado Daniel and Helado Grido are two other good chains with a good price-quality ratio.
But you can also find excellent neighborhood ice cream parlors that are not chain or very recognized ice cream parlors in other cities, such as RapaNui, originally from Bariloche, but with branches in other parts of Argentina, Mamushka and Jauja also from Bariloche, Soppelsa, from Mendoza, and Rosario with its own circuit of popular ice cream parlors like Touche de Creme, Catania, Italian Gelateria San Remo, Natelli or Marbet, among many others. Rosario is popularly called the city of ice cream parlors.
What ice cream flavor to try in Argentina?
Without a doubt, the quintessential flavor is dulce de leche and any of its combinations: there is a variety of dulce de leche to try and you can even mix several in one ice cream. Other highlights are chocolate, tramontana, sambayon, or mascarpone. Creams and fruity flavors are also very classic in Argentina.
What is the Argentine Medialuna?
The medialuna is a very popular type of pastry in Argentina and other Latin American countries. It is a crescent-shaped bun, usually made of puff pastry, which can be filled with dulce de leche, quince paste, or simply sugar and cinnamon. They can be butter or lard croissants. It is a classic breakfast or snack in Argentina, often accompanied by coffee with milk or mate. Its sweet flavor and flaky texture make it highly appreciated among Argentines. It is also comparable to the croissant from France for its texture and shape, so Ryan Gosling is right, since it is sweeter."