THE ELUSIVE PURPLE FROG OF ANAMALAI
bursting boba.
Experiencing Rotolo’s Planto ice cream is a visual and avorful delight that captivates both eyes and taste buds. Served in a charming ceramic pot with a real rose cutting, it is a treat for the senses. Layers of brownie, chocolate ice cream, red velvet cake, and vanilla ice cream, topped with cocoa powder and chocolate chips, resemble a potted plant.
“Initially, I spent six months working at an IT company before deciding to pursue entrepreneurship. During college days, I also worked part-time for caterers at wedding ceremonies, where conventional ice cream stalls were the norm. It was then that I had an idea: why not introduce something unique? That’s how I began making rolled ice creams,” shares Balamanikam. Apart from their ice creams, their bubble teas and bubble coees are best sellers. Try one from the exotic tea series; Japanese matcha tea, presented in cute-little bulb shaped containers. This one is fun to drink: the tapioca pearls provide a chewy burst of texture, making each sip fun.
“We manufacture every ingredient locally. During the Covid-19 pandemic, I had ample time to research the process of making bobas and nata de cocas, which were initially imported. Now, I supply every ingredient for many bubble tea makers across the country,” Balamanikam explains.
The next time your sweet tooth beckons, remember to roll on over to Rotolo and experience the joy of making your ice cream. Located at 105, Ramachandra Road, RS Puram. The ice cream range starts from ₹159 to ₹300 and bubble tea series is priced at ₹199 each. Call 9080537623.
At Fruit Sticks, cherished memories come to life with classics like semiya ice, ball ice, and paal ice. Established by Nagendra Kumar and his brother in Madurai, Fruit Sticks began its journey in an ice cream cart in 2001, oering delectable ice creams made from fresh fruits, milk, and sugar, without additives or preservatives.
Fruit Sticks oers a range of avours that cater to every palate. From the ery kick of spicy raw mango to the tropical sweetness of jackfruit, each ice stick is a burst of natural avours.
Among their signature creations are the spicy guava, spicy pineapple, 90s special paal ice, semiya ice, and ball ice. Fruit Sticks also oers comforting classics like milk ice cream, gulkand, and g with honey.
The brand has over 50 outlets across Tamil Nadu, according to S Mohamed Imthiyas, the owner of the franchise. “Our ice creams are all priced at ₹20 regardless of the avours, and to preserve authenticity, they are prepared in a central facility at Madurai and distributed to all outlets,” he adds.
At 30, Ramamurthy Road, Selvapuram North. For details, call 8248711187.