PODKAS

Sorbetes: A Scoop of History


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If you're like us, you grew up hearing that familiar ring of your favorite sorbetero's bell, so join us as we scoop into the history of the Philippines' favorite frozen dessert. In this episode, we trace the journey of sorbetes from an elite 19th-century luxury—made possible by ice shipped from around the globe—to the democratic "dirty ice cream" every Filipino knows and loves. Discover the story behind the controversial nickname, the innovations that made it uniquely Filipino, and why this colorful cart treat remains a sweet symbol of our history and resilience.

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