Waitrose and Ottolenghi have expanded their partnership into a new category, with the debut of an exclusive trio of ice creams.
Three flavours – Madagascan Vanilla & Miso Salted Caramel, Roasted Pistachio & Sour Cherry Swirl, and Coffee & Cardamom – will roll exclusively into Waitrose freezers from 4 August, for an initially limited time.
Each costs £6 for a 500ml tub. The “ultimate shortcut pudding” blends have been made using West Country cream, designed for “summer al fresco feasting”.
“When it comes to desserts, I’m often happier assembling than making from scratch,” said chef Yotam Ottolenghi.
“When everyone’s already satisfied and slightly wine-happy, reaching into the freezer feels like the sensible thing to do. We’ve made our own ice cream using West Country cream and folded in combinations that make me smile. Plus, they’ve been a saviour after I’ve served up a big summer feast.”
It’s the latest expansion of the immensely popular tie-up between the high-end grocer and the British-Israeli chef, following the launch of a line of “pantry staples” in June.
It was the third major expansion since the partnership launched in April 2024 with a range of cooking sauces, marinades and a pasta fold-through.
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Now a flagship of Waitrose’s ongoing food innovation and brand collaborations, the partnership has “exceeded expectations” according to Waitrose insiders, with the products proving so popular that Waitrose sold out of some early lines completely following the initial launch.
The addition of ice creams would bring “maximum impact and minimal fuss” to dessert time, Ottolenghi said.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to announce the exclusive launch of Ottolenghi’s new ice cream range, bringing our food-loving customers an unparalleled taste experience,” said Katie Knight, Waitrose ice cream buyer.
“This new collection of ice creams totally captures what Yotam is all about – incredible, bold flavours, exciting ingredients, and fantastic quality.”
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