Frozen Dessert Industry & Machine Articles — Emery Thompson

Whether you're a human from Planet Earth or an alien from a galaxy far far away, we can all agree that ice cream is an awesome dessert choice. But are there any brave souls willing to eat more than just a couple of scoops at a time? We've found 5 of the biggest & baddest ice cream eating challenges that only the most courageous dairy loving hearts would dare face alone!   1. The Kitchen Sink Sundae at San Francisco Creamery Located in Walnut Creek, California, this challenging sundae has 3 sliced bananas, 8 flavors of ice cream scoops of...

Safety is an important aspect when operating an Ice Cream Store. At Slices Concession, we successfully operated a Gelateria for 5 years. We share 5 simple and effective tips in order to better equip your store for safety.  1. Employee Training It's important to have your employees familiar with safety procedures so they are able to respond to an emergency if needed. We recommend that you train employees properly and treat them with respect. Having a properly trained workforce will save you time and hassle when keeping good talent during those busy summer months.  2. Store Cleanliness In 2014, The Bureau of Labor Statistics...

Why is it that in Europe, Ice Cream has a 'different' texture & looks so beautiful? What is the secret?  There is no secret! At Slices Concession, we have 5+ years of experience in operating & managing a successful Gelateria in Gainesville. Now, we help equip future Frozen Dessert stores for success. Read more to find out our practices in crafting artisan gelato commercially. 1. Fresh natural Ingredients One of the most important things you can do is use fresh, natural ingredients. We can not stress the use of natural ingredients more! There are many things that can be used as a base...

Taylor soft serve ice cream machines have established themselves as a trusted name in the industry. However, if you own or are considering purchasing a Taylor soft serve machine, understanding its serial number is essential. The serial number not only identifies the machine model and specifications but also plays a crucial role in maintenance, repairs, warranty services, and communicating with your insurance company. In this article, we will guide you through the importance of the serial number, how to locate it, and the steps for conducting a serial number lookup for your Taylor ice cream machine. When you buy a Taylor...

At Slices Concession, we specialize in ice cream equipment. We also spend a lot of time helping new entrepreneurs open ice cream shops. We also spend our time taking apart and buying the equipment & machines from stores that went out of business. We couldn't help but ask ourselves... Why Do Some Ice Cream Shops Fail? Although many businesses are all happy smiles & customer service, you should never overlook the hard work going on behind the scenes when starting an ice cream business.  1. Bad Management Bad management is usually the number one reason why ice cream shops fail....