The Middle East doesn’t play when it comes to heat, and honestly, what better way to cool down than with a scoop (or three) of ice cream? From stretchy, chewy booza to avocado ice cream, the region knows how to do frozen treats right. Here’s the ultimate list of must-try ice cream spots across the Middle East.
Dara’s Ice Cream – Egypt
Scooping happiness is literally their motto, and they mean it. Dara’s is a chocolate lover’s dream, with rich, indulgent flavors that go way beyond basic. If you’re in Cairo and your sweet tooth’s acting up, this is the place to fix it.
Bachir Ice Cream – Lebanon
Started in a backyard garden in 1936, and is now the most iconic ice cream spot in Lebanon. If you go and don’t get the Ashta Pistachio, did you even go? Creamy, crunchy, and 100% worth the hype.
Sukkly – Saudi Arabia
Sukkly is a whole vibe. The blackcurrant cheesecake flavor hits that perfect balance of sweet and tangy, and it will live in your head rent-free. And if you’re a matcha person? Their matcha and raspberry ripple is giving the kind of combo you didn’t know you needed until now.
Eatalio – Jordan
Straight from Rome to Jordan, Eatalio brings the gelato game and caters to all kinds of cravings. Even if you’re living that sugar-free or keto life, they’ve got you covered (yes, avocado ice cream). You don’t have to be on a diet to love it.
Amorino – UAE
Petal-shaped gelato that tastes as good as it looks. Mix and match flavors in Amorino to build your own edible rose. It’s giving a Pinterest board, but in real life.
The Scoop
From Cairo to Amman, the Middle East is dishing out seriously iconic ice cream. Whether you’re keeping it classic or going full experimental, there’s a scoop for everyone.
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