February 3rd, 2012 by mangoManiac
We know many people are looking forward to the chips & dip, the beer, the buffalo wings… but did you ever consider adding something fun and healthy to the menu at your Superbowl party?
Substitute your favorite flavor for a yumliscious Ciao Bella margherita!
To put a spin on things Ciao Bella suggests serving your guests a delicious and healthy drink – a Ciao Bella Margherita!
Here’s the recipe!
Place all ingredients in a blender and pulse until smooth.
(Add water as needed.)
Keep in mind that you can substitute your favorite flavors of sorbet to make this yumliscious drink! Choose from our many refreshing flavors and give your guests a fun & healthy refreshment they can enjoy while watching the big game.
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Tags: Ciao Bella, cointreau, drink recipe, healthy recipe, lemon zest sorbet, margherita, peach ginger sorbet, superbowl, tequila
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January 31st, 2012 by coconutKate
Adonia, Greek Frozen Yogurt, by Ciao Bella
Gelato and sorbet purveyor expands frozen dessert product offering with Adonia Greek frozen yogurt by Ciao Bella.
Ciao Bella Gelato today introduced Adonia Greek Frozen Yogurt by Ciao Bella, the company’s newest line of all natural, better-for-you desserts. Adonia marks an innovative extension to Ciao Bella’s established collection of award-winning gelato and sorbet products as the first frozen yogurt offering at mass retail for the brand which won a NASFT sofi™ Gold Award for its specialty Lebanese Yogurt flavor in 2007.
“We are so thrilled to unveil Adonia Greek Frozen Yogurt by Ciao Bella, the brand’s latest offering in our continued mission to create the most delicious and inspired frozen desserts on the market,” said Deborah Holt, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Ciao Bella. “Creamy and truly heavenly, Adonia represents our boldest and most inventive product to date, and we look forward to providing consumers with a truly unique and tangy spin on both the Ciao Bella brand and Greek yogurt craze.”
Adonia by Ciao Bella joins the freshly created Greek frozen yogurt retail category that industry leaders are hailing as a top trend to watch this year. Coming to retailers nationwide this spring, the Adonia line includes a variety of Ciao Bella’s signature flavors available in 14-oz. containers (Blueberry, Espresso, Key Lime, Mango, Peach, Raspberry and Vanilla) and yogurt bars (Peach and Wild Blueberry). All Adonia products are under 130 calories, fat free and contain nine grams of protein per serving.
For more information and the latest news on Adonia, visit www.adoniabyciaobella.com, www.ciaobellagelato.com or follow Ciao Bella’s official Facebook and Twitter pages.
Tags: Adonia, Ciao Bella, Greek Frozen Yogurt
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December 19th, 2011 by crazy4blackcab
Nothing says the holidays like candy canes & mistletoe, and while we left the mistletoe out of this one, this pepperminty cocktail is sure to put you in the holiday spirit!
- 2 oz. vanilla vodka
- 1 1/2 oz Godiva (R) White Chocolate Liqueur
- 1 oz. peppermint schnapps
- CIAO BELLA Tahitian Vanilla Gelato (very soft)
Optional: crushed peppermint candies for rim
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake vigorously. When ready, strain slowly into a chilled martini glass with a crushed peppermint candy rim.
Tags: candy canes, Christmas, Ciao Bella, cocktails, holiday party, hostess, ice cream, mistletoe, peppermint, Sorbet, tahitian vanilla, vanilla gelato
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December 9th, 2011 by coconutKate
Ciao Bella would like our loyal fans and devotees to be the first to know about Adonia, our line of Greek frozen yogurt, coming to stores near you in 2012. We created Adonia just for our fans – they asked for more healthy indulgence options, a creamy option to accompany their love of our all natural sorbet – Adonia is our answer. Incomparable taste and creaminess, we cannot wait for our fans to try. It is fat free, 130 calories per serving and 9 grams of protein. Learn more including opportunities to get a taste before the public on our Facebook page.
Tags: Adonia, Ciao Bella, Greek Frozen Yogurt
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December 6th, 2011 by crazy4blackcab
We asked you to choose between Triple Espresso Martini and Candy Cane Cocktail. The quick winner was Triple Espresso Martini but don’t worry, we will provide the Candy Cane recipe on another date. Hope you enjoy…
triple espresso martini
Stay up late and enjoy your holiday season to the fullest. This cocktail is the perfect cap to a delicious meal, or as a stand-alone drink to share at a gathering with friends.
• 2 oz. vanilla vodka
will give your drink a boost
• 1 oz Kahlua®
• 1 oz Baileys®
• 1 oz espresso (can be prepared and chilled in advance)
• CIAO BELLA Triple Espresso Gelato
Optional: shaved chocolate for garnish
Pour the first four ingredients into a cocktail shaker and shake vigorously. When ready, pour slowly over a small scoop of Triple Espresso Gelato in a chilled martini glass (drink should be slightly foamy). Garnish with shaved chocolate.
if you wish to print off and keep a copy of this recipe, cut out below.
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Tags: chocolate, Ciao Bella, Ciao Bella Gelato, cocktails, coffee, espresso, festive drinks, garnish, Gelato, hoilday party, hostess gifts, ice cream, martini, Recipes, triple espresso
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November 4th, 2011 by mangoManiac
Add some of my favorite Mango Sorbet to your vegan diet!
November is Vegan Awareness Month and Ciao Bella is happy to celebrate with our delicious collection of vegan-friendly sorbets!
When most people hear “vegan” they think of foods like tofu and beans. But how about some dessert? All of our refreshing sorbets are dairy-free and do not contain any eggs. Another plus, we only use organic evaporated cane jucie! Even our Coconut Sorbet and Dark Chocolate Sorbet are vegan-friendly! See, vegan doesn’t mean that you have to give up taste as many believe. You can still enjoy some of the delicious foods the world has to offer.
Health benefits of being choosing a vegan diet include:
- It helps maintain body weight and decrease overall body fat.
- Vegan diets are generally high in fiber (which has been shown to help fight colon cancer).
- Your cholesterol will be lower since you are eliminating meats from your diet.
- An overall vegan-diet improves lipid control in type 2 diabetic patients.
- Your hair, skin and nails will become stronger due to an increased intake of vitamins A and E.
These are just some of the benefits but there are plenty more! You can enjoy your favorite flavor while being healthy! I know I don’t mind indulging in a pint of Mango Sorbet while I’m cuddled up watching a movie on the couch.
Tags: coconut sorbet, dark chocolate sorbet, dessert, Sorbet, vegan, vegan-friendly
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November 1st, 2011 by mangoManiac
Can you believe it’s November already? Fall snuck up on us again this year and we have a busy month ahead to celebrate the start of the new season.
The month starts for us on the West Coast on November 1st. The annual BSR Conference will take place at the Hyatt Regency in San Francisco. The event will feature key note speakers like Al Gore and the CEOs of top U.S. countries. Guess who else will be there? Ciao Bella! We are happy to support BSR in its efforts to help companies develop more sustainable business strategies.
When the weekend rolls around we’ll be supporting the French American International School at the Soirée des Arts et des Vins. The event combines good wine, good food, and good desserts all in the Grand Hall in San Francisco’s Ferry Building. From 4pm-8pm you can indulge yourself in some of the finest wines, hors d’oeuvres, and gelato. You can buy your tickets ahead of time online but registration is limited so hurry! 
Oregon will get a taste of Ciao Bella this month with in-store events at various Lamb’s Markets locations for the Holiday Show. Check the dates for all five locations! Enjoy gourmet food and live music and prepare for the upcoming holiday season!
The Gluten-Free Food Expo hits the West coast this month as well on November 12. Most of Ciao Bella’s flavors are gluten-free including our Blackberry Cabernet Sorbet or Cinnamon Gelato. Come to the expo to sample some of our delicious “GF” flavors! The event will help raise funds for the Warren Celiac Research Center and increase awareness about Celiac Disease.
The San Francisco Ferry Building will be busy again on Sunday November 13 for the book fair hosted by Book Passage. Whether you’re 5 or 99 there’s sure to be a book and a delicious treat for everyone.
Towards the end of the month we’ll switch things up and head to the southeast for the Clearwater Beach: Uncorked event in Clearwater, Florida. Hit the beach and get a chance to indulge in delicious dishes from around the globe.
View the buzz about all of our upcoming events and see which ones are near you! You can also stay updated by visiting our Facebook page or following us on Twitter.
Tags: blackberry cabernet sorbet, book passage, bsr, celiac disease, Ciao Bella, cinnamon gelato, clearwater, Ferry Building, french american international school, gluten free, grand hall, lamb's markets, San Francisco, soiree des arts et des vins, uncorked, warren celiac research center
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October 28th, 2011 by mangoManiac
Try a refreshing Blood Orange Sorbet Margarita! (Photo credit: YumSugar)
There are sure to be plenty of Halloween festivities this weekend and you can bring Ciao Bella to the party!
Sorbet is always refreshing… but have you ever considered it in your cocktail? At YumSugar, this is one of the most delicious ways to be creative with sorbet and put a twist on the classic margarita.
Check out the recipe and please your party guests this Saturday night with a new Blood Orange Sorbet Margarita. It’s simple to make and incredibly delectable. There’s no downside to that so go ahead and treat your taste buds!
Besides, a margarita is the perfect reason to enjoy sorbet in the Fall when people are usually gearing up for homemade soups and pumpkin pie.
We’re always finding new fun ways to enjoy Ciao Bella so stay tuned to our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. Feel free to let us know if you have your own creative way for enjoying your favorite flavor!
Tags: Blood Orange sorbet, Ciao Bella, halloween, margarita, yumsugar
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October 20th, 2011 by mangoManiac
Enjoy our Blood Orange Sorbet while giving your body the Vitamin C it needs!
It’s important that you know what’s really in your food.
LIVESTRONG gives you the 411 on Ciao Bella and shows you how you can reap health benefits from even the most delicious treats. The article focuses on the ingredients in our all natural sorbets and gives you the break down on our nutritional values.
Our collection of sorbet is all natural and does not contain refined sugar or over processed sugar. Instead we use a healthier alternative – organic evaporated cane juice. The calorie range begins at a low of 60 calories per serving and most of the flavors are naturally fat-free. (Only the Coconut and Dark Chocolate sorbets contain natural fat.) In addition to these benefits, the majority of the collection is also Kosher Pareve and Gluten-Free.
How could you feel guilty after indulging in some Blood Orange Sorbet knowing its only 60 calories per serving and it contains 50% of your daily value of Vitamin C?
Stay in the Ciao Bella loop by visiting our Facebook page and following us on Twitter.
Tags: all natural, Blood Orange, Ciao Bella, healthy, ingredients, kosher, livestrong, Sorbet
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