Typical dish of Reggio Calabria
Bergamot gelato
Bergamot gelato usually appears in a pale, almost ivory shade, with a creamy, velvety texture. At the first taste it releases an intense citrus aroma, fresh and slightly floral, typical of the bergamot grown along the Reggio Calabria coast. The flavor is balanced between sweetness and a light bitter note that cleanses the palate. It’s the perfect dessert for a stroll along the seafront, especially on warm days.
Season: Estate€3–6
Why it matters
Bergamot is the agricultural symbol of the province of Reggio Calabria, where almost all of the world’s production is concentrated. Turning it into gelato is one of the most immediate and popular ways the city celebrates this unique citrus fruit. Tasting it in a gelateria means coming into direct contact with one of the territory’s defining ingredients.
Origin story
Bergamot gelato was born in the artisanal gelaterias along the Reggio Calabria coast during the twentieth century, when bergamot—already known for its use in perfumery and liqueur-making—began to be appreciated in pastry as well. Over time it became a distinctive flavor of local gelaterias. Today it represents one of the most widespread and beloved interpretations of this citrus fruit.
Typical ingredients
lattezuccherosucco o scorza di bergamottopanna
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