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FOOD & DRINK · June 15, 2011

Granita di Limone in Amalfi

Granita di Limone Cart in Amalfi

The Amalfi Coast is famous for its wonderful lemons, and there are so many ways to enjoy them during the summer. Now in Amalfi there is a new way – a Granita di Limone – served up with a friendly smile by Andrea. While his cart says “Gelato al Limone,” what Andrea has whipped up is a very refreshing Granita di Limone, or a Lemon Ice. A granita is more the consistency of a blended ice drink, but it is served in a cup with a little spoon. Andrea’s Granita di Limone is light and not too sweet, and its intense lemon flavor is enhanced by little pieces of lemon rind. Delicious!

Andrea's Granita di Limone in Amalfi

Andrea is from Amalfi and has just started this summer to sell his Granita di Limone overlooking the beach in Amalfi. He was already attracting a lot of customers Monday evening from the tourists walking by and the locals stopping to greet him and try out his granita. I often find Granita di Limone too sweet, with too much sugar masking the tartness of the lemons. But Andrea’s was excellent, not overly sweet and lots of lemon flavor!

Lemon Ice in Amalfi

I know I’ll be stopping by here frequently this summer for something refreshing and cool on a hot afternoon. I wish Andrea a successful summer … and by the taste of his Granita di Limone … it’s going to be a busy one for him in Amalfi!

Posted In: FOOD & DRINK · Tagged: Amalfi, Food & Drink, Granita, Lemon

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Comments

  1. LindyLouMac in Italy says

    June 15, 2011 at 19:19

    Well done Andrea for promoting the wonderful Granita di Limone.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 26, 2011 at 11:39

      I agree, Linda! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Sandra says

    June 16, 2011 at 00:38

    Sounds just perfect and so refreshing…Order one for me and I will be right over! I wish! Best wishes for much success, Andrea.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 26, 2011 at 11:34

      Sounds great, Mom! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Scintilla says

    June 16, 2011 at 16:33

    And with a sunny smile like that, who can resist!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 26, 2011 at 11:34

      Ciao Rosa! I agree … I think he’ll have a successful summer! 🙂

      Reply
  4. saretta says

    June 17, 2011 at 00:06

    Yummy! The lemon ice and Andrea! 😉

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 26, 2011 at 11:32

      Ciao Saretta! I didn’t think the latter would be lost on many people! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Laura Faust says

    June 20, 2011 at 15:14

    So cute!! I LOVE that cart and what a perfect setting!! Bravo Andrea! I agree with you on the sugar content – prefer a little more tart and Andrea’s granita di limone sounds perfectly delicious!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 26, 2011 at 11:29

      Ciao Laura! Thanks for stopping by … always great to hear from you! You’ll have to try Andrea’s granita di limone the next time you’re in Amalfi. Hope we’ll have the chance to meet on your next visit! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Celia Prosecchino says

    June 22, 2011 at 13:04

    What a treasure!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 26, 2011 at 11:27

      … and a tasty one, too! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Valerie says

    June 26, 2011 at 09:50

    Lovely! There’s nothing like a real granita. His cart is so sunny-looking, too. 🙂

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 26, 2011 at 11:20

      I agree, Valerie! I think it’s a great addition to the waterfront in Amalfi! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Valeria Carrano says

    June 27, 2011 at 18:19

    Andrea is my cousin! haha I almost fell over when I saw this! I will be in Amalfi for a few months beginning on July 11th, relocating from New York City. I hope to connect with you, Laura! You can reach me at valeriacarrano@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you, and I will be a frequent customer at my cousin Andrea’s new business adventure! 😉

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