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Gelato Festival Becomes the First and Only Organic Gelato in the Cpg Category

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Erick Gonzales for Gelato Festival

LOS ANGELES, CA (MAY 2026) — Gelato Festival, the globally recognized authority in artisanal gelato and creator of the world’s premier gelato competition, today announced that its retail gelato line is now officially certified organic—positioning the brand as the only certified organic gelato currently available in the U.S. retail CPG category.

Born from over 16 years of international gelato competitions and culinary innovation, Gelato Festival has built its reputation by sourcing and curating the best recipes from award-winning gelato chefs around the world. This same heritage is now being brought to consumers through a more curated organic retail offering, shaped by carefully selected, responsibly sourced ingredients.

“Our mission has always been to bring the best gelato in the world to everyone,” said Gabriele Poli, Founder of Gelato Festival. “Becoming certified organic is a natural evolution of that mission: combining chef-driven craftsmanship with a commitment to better-for-you ingredients and uncompromising quality.”

The retail line is made with simple, recognizable ingredients, including organic fruits and high-quality dairy, reflecting growing consumer demand for transparency without compromising taste or indulgence.

This positioning is already driving strong interest from retailers seeking premium, better-for-you innovation in the frozen dessert category.

Originally founded in Florence, Italy, Gelato Festival has grown into a global platform celebrating gelato craftsmanship through competitions in over 20 countries, now extending that expertise into retail products available across the United States.

With certified organic credentials, Gelato Festival continues to redefine expectations in premium frozen desserts—combining indulgence, transparency, and craftsmanship at scale.
About Gelato Festival

Founded in 2010 in Florence, Italy, Gelato Festival is the world’s leading gelato competition and experiential brand, dedicated to discovering and sharing the finest gelato craftsmanship globally. Through its retail product line, the brand brings award-winning, chef-crafted gelato to consumers across America.

Media Contact:
Erick Gonzales

About Gelato Festival

Gelato Festival’s retail pints are the culmination of 16 years of international gelato chef competitions all neatly packaged for your to bring home. We provide a healthier dessert option, with lower calories and better ingredients, while retaining our competitive Yummy spirit based in our heritage.

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