Vanilla Ice Cream Day 2026: 5 flavourful facts to enjoy
Haren Sharma
Vanilla Ice Cream Day
Vanilla Ice Cream Day is celebrated every year on July 23 to honor one of the world`s most beloved, versatile, and classic dessert flavors
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Origins of the dessert
Vanilla ice cream originated in the early 18th century when French chefs blended Mesoamerican vanilla with creamy European custard-based ice cream
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Largest share of revenue
Vanilla accounts for roughly 29 per cent of all ice cream sales, it is the undisputed foundation of many iconic treats
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Prescribed as medicine
In the 18th century vanilla was not just viewed as a sweet treat but was believed to possess significant medicinal qualities
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World`s most expensive vanilla ice cream
Dubai`s Black Diamond costs USD 817 per scoop, featuring Madagascar vanilla, black truffles, Iranian saffron, edible gold, and a take-home Versace bowl
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