We do not know for certain when or where it was first invented; however, we do know that Alexander the Great ate snow and ice that was flavored with honey and nectar. King Solomon of Israel and the Roman Emperor Nero were also said to enjoy icy drinks from time to time.
The popularity of ice cream surged a thousand years later when Marco Polo brought a recipe that resembled modern sherbet back to Italy from the Far East. “Cream ice” also appeared in England around the same time. In 1660, ice cream finally became available for common people and not just royalty or rulers. This was made possible when a Silician named Procopio developed a recipe that blended milk, cream, butter, and eggs at the first cafĂ© in Paris!
The popularity of ice cream surged a thousand years later when Marco Polo brought a recipe that resembled modern sherbet back to Italy from the Far East. “Cream ice” also appeared in England around the same time. In 1660, ice cream finally became available for common people and not just royalty or rulers. This was made possible when a Silician named Procopio developed a recipe that blended milk, cream, butter, and eggs at the first cafĂ© in Paris!
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