How to store ice cream so that it doesn’t go hard

storing ice cream

We’ve all been there, right?

You take your ice cream carton out of the freezer, and are presented with something more akin to the iceberg that sank the Titanic than the beautiful creamy confection we all know and love.

In a domestic setting, this isn’t such a catastrophe. After all, we usually store ice cream at home in small quantities.

But imagine how much greater the frustration is when this happens in a restaurant?

Temperature is the key when it comes to storing ice cream so that it does not go hard (or indeed too soft).

Your ice cream should be cold, but also scoopable – not something that you need a pickaxe to break into!

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Is it better to store ice cream in a glass or plastic container?

Ice cream containers for freezer - Venturepak

Storing ice cream is a challenge for retailers and restaurants.

You want your product to be displayed in an attractive way, but you need to preserve its flavour and consistency.

The correct container is essential to serving up delicious ice cream time after time.

In restaurants, ice cream parlours, and supermarkets the optimum temperature at which ice cream containers for a freezer should be stored is 18°C (0°F) or colder, and the temperature in a supermarket’s freezer case should not be above 12°C (10°F).

With that in mind, it’s vital a storage container can cope with these extremely cold temperatures.

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Supplies that you need to open an ice cream shop

supplies for ice cream shop

Many of us dream about one day opening an ice cream shop, but how do you make it a reality?

While ice cream selling is a competitive arena, there is always room for another player – especially if you want to go down the artisanal, home-made route with great flavours and interesting combinations, or ones that cater for specific dietary needs such as vegan or dairy-free.

After you’ve decided on the products you’ll sell, and who your ideal customer is, you need to complete the relevant paper work and obtain the appropriate permits.

You’ll need to understand UK health and safety laws, get a business bank account, and register for tax.

You will, of course, have to acquire premises in a location where there’s plenty of footfall, such as a busy town centre or at a beach resort.

Once that’s all done, it’s time to order your ice cream shop supplies.

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The best ice cream containers

best ice cream containers

The best containers for ice cream are the ones that have been specifically designed to cater to every specification required for the world’s favourite treat!

They’ll be made from food safe materials and keep your ice cream fresh, so that the final scoop will taste as good as the first.

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Food hygiene regulations for restaurants

Food hygiene regulations

Legislation for food safety is evolving all the time, which can make things difficult if you want to keep up to speed with every change.

However, as a restaurant owner, the onus is on you to provide food that’s safe (that is, not injurious to health) and fit for human consumption.

Food hygiene regulations are incredibly strict, so having a food safety management system in place is a priority.

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Guidelines for the storage and sale of ice cream: What you need to know

If you’re reading this, the chances are you’re thinking of becoming an ice cream vendor.

Oh, and what could be more satisfying than serving up delicious, iced treats to everyone?

Plus, unlike other parts of the food sector, it appears on the surface to be a less complicated product to store and sell.  Doesn’t it?

Well, it might not be as straightforward as you’d think, so arming yourself with the facts before you launch your new enterprise is definitely the way to go.

There are various ways you might want to set up in the ice cream business, from a traditional ice cream van to a retro-inspired ice cream parlour at the seaside, or maybe at a farm shop or restaurant.

Whatever shape your business takes, there are rules and regulations to consider before you make it happen.

If you’re ready to take the next step, we’ll give you the lowdown on the paperwork you’ll need to complete as well share ice cream storage guidelines, so that you can be fully prepared before you start.

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How To Start An Ice Cream Business

Tubs of ice cream

When it comes to dessert, there’s no competition; ice cream has ‘em licked every time.

In fact, the overall amount of ice cream sold in the UK each year exceeds 147m kilogrammes, a number that’s set to increase.

So, if you’re interested in starting an ice cream business there really is no time like the present.

It’s a thriving industry, and one in which you can let your imagination run riot – whether it’s dreaming up flavour combinations or ways of making your business stand out from the crowd.

But while you’ll get the chance to flex your flair for creative taste combinations and cool design, you’ll need to switch on your business brain too, so here are a few tips to get you started on your new adventure.

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How to start a food delivery service from home

how to start a food delivery service; how to start a food delivery service from home

Brits are bonkers about having food delivered to their door.

At the most recent count, it was revealed that an estimated 39 million people used food delivery services and that number is set to increase.

With that in mind, setting up a business in the sector looks like an excellent idea.

The beauty of starting a food delivery service from home is that you won’t have the kinds of overheads involved in opening a restaurant or café, yet you can indulge your passion for creating delicious food for others.

However, while you won’t have to hire premises, you still need a checklist of essentials before you get started, from the necessary paperwork to food containers that ensures customers receive their goodies in their optimum condition.

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How to start an ice cream shop

how to start an ice cream shop

You love ice cream, but do you love it enough to sell it?

Opening an ice cream shop seems like a no-brainer, considering that 147 million kilograms of ice cream were consumed in the UK at the last count.

And who wouldn’t want the pleasure of serving up this hugely popular confection to customers?

If you’ve made your decision, then all you need to learn now is how to start an ice cream shop business.

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Can you eat ice cream that has freezer burn?

can you eat ice cream that has freezer burn

You may have heard the term freezer burn in relation to ice cream, but perhaps you’re unsure exactly what it is and how it can affect your product.

One of the main questions that you might have is; can I eat freezer burned ice cream or will it make me ill?

Here, we give you the lowdown on the freezer burn phenomenon and how you can prevent it from happening.

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