Ice cream cart facts for kids
An ice cream cart (also known as an ice cream stall) is a special type of mobile shop that sells ice cream. It's a vehicle that doesn't have a motor, so it's usually pushed or sometimes pulled by a bicycle. You'll often see these carts during the summer, especially in busy places like public spaces, parks, beaches, schools, or even driving through neighborhoods where people live. They are a fun way to get a cool treat on a hot day!
Ice Cream Carts Around the World
Ice cream carts are popular in many countries, each with its own unique style and flavors.
Ice Cream in Singapore
In Singapore, ice cream from these carts can be served in a few different ways. You might get it in a cup, or it could be sandwiched between two thin wafer biscuits. A very popular way is to have it tucked inside a folded slice of bread, which can be pandan (a green bread) or rainbow-colored bread!
The ice cream carts in Singapore offer many exciting flavors. Some common ones include chocolate chip, durian (a unique fruit flavor), raspberry ripple, chocolate, yam, mango, red bean, and sweet corn. You might also find flavors like blueberry, mocha chip, peppermint chocolate chip, nata de coco, matcha, strawberry, cheese, caramel, avocado, and cappuccino.
These carts are often run by older generations in Singapore. You can usually find them in busy public spots, such as outside The Cathay building and along famous shopping streets like Orchard Road and Bugis.
Ice Cream in the Philippines
In the Philippines, the person who sells ice cream from a cart is called a Sorbetero. They often sell a type of traditional Filipino ice cream called Sorbetes, which is sometimes called "dirty ice cream" because it's sold on the street, but it's actually very clean and delicious!
