PRODOTTI RUBICONE REDEFINES THE GELATO EXPERIENCE AT SIGEP AND GULFOOD 2026

Crunchy textures, exotic flavors, and ready-to-use solutions

Prodotti Rubicone’s Made-in-Italy innovation takes center stage with newranges dedicated to toppings, coatings and dessert mixes alongside fresh flavors such as green mango and salted caramel 

Prodotti Rubicone, an Italian company that has been producing gelato and pastry ingredients since 1959 and exports to more than 84 countries worldwide, today part of Nexture – the integrated platform for the innovation and production of high-quality food ingredients and value-added solutions – is unveiling its latest 2026 innovations this month at two major international trade fairs: SIGEP (Rimini, Italy, January 16–20) and Gulfood (Dubai, January 26–30).

At Sigep, ProdottiRubicone will exhibit at Booth 086, Hall C1, while at Gulfood it will be present at two locations: Booth A1-40, Hall 1, and Booth Z2-J4, Za’abeel Hall 2. 

At both events, ProdottiRubiconewill unveil new solutions for gelato, soft ice cream, frozen yogurt and desserts, introducing three product lines designed to elevate consumer experiencesand unleashuntapped creative potential:

• TOPPING CAKE LINE – Bottled sauces with sponge cake inclusions, ideal for decorating gelato, soft ice-cream, frozen yogurt, and spoon desserts.

• READY DESSERT LINE – Ready-to-use powdered products for mousse preparation in granita makerscombining ease of use with excellent performance.

• STRACCIATELLA LINE – Flavored coatings available in a wide range of varieties, which harden upon contact with cold surfaces, to create a distinctive crunchiness and visual appeal.

Alongside these product lines, ProdottiRubiconeis also introducing innovative solutions aligned with current market trends, such as Ready Green Mango, a complete powdered base forgreen mango gelato or soft ice-cream – green mango, indeed, is highly appreciated and growingly popular especially in Asian and Middle Eastern markets.Another key innovation is the Salty Caramel Flakes Coating, a salted caramel flavored coating enriched with sea salt flakes and caramel granules. This product delivers a sophisticated sweet-and-salty contrast with a crunchy texture, designed for consumers seeking unique, gourmet and unexpected sensory experiences.

Special focus will also be placed on Açai-based references, includingTop Fruit Açai,a concentrated paste and Soft Açai powder. Both products are vegan, gluten-free and 100% Made in Italy, meeting the growing consumer demand for natural ingredients with beneficial properties and exotic flavor profiles.

Through these innovations, ProdottiRubicone continues to strengthen its position as a trusted partner for gelato and pastry professionals worldwide, supported by the ongoing commitment of its Research & Development team to enhancing existing solutions and developing new products in line with evolving market needs and emerging consumer trends.