The Art of Craftsmanship: Behind the Scenes of Peyra's Artisan Gelato

At Peyra in Galata, each scoop of gelato represents 18 hours of meticulous craftsmanship. Unlike mass-produced alternatives, our small-batch process preserves authentic flavors while meeting rigorous quality standards. Here's how your favorite gelato comes to life:

The 5-Stage Production Process

1. Dawn Ingredient Selection (5:30 AM)

   • Organic milk from free-range cows in Thrace

   • Seasonal fruits handpicked from local markets

   • Single-origin cocoa and vanilla pods

2. Slow-Simmered Bases

   • Dairy mixtures heated to precisely 85°C (no higher)

   • 45-minute slow cooling for optimal texture

3. Flavor Infusion

   • Fresh fruit purees macerated 8-12 hours

   • Spice blends ground in-house daily

4. Batch Freezing

   • Small 5-liter batches in Italian Carpigiani machines

   • -12°C slow churning (vs industrial -30°C flash freezing)

5. Final Resting

   • 4-hour "maturing" at controlled humidity

   • Hand-packed into stainless steel display pans

Why This Matters for Your PalateOur method creates:✓ 23% denser texture than commercial gelato✓ 60% more intense flavor release✓ No icy crystallization

Meet the IngredientsThe Peyra Quality Promise:

• Dairy: Non-homogenized milk from small Anatolian farms

• Sweeteners: Organic wildflower honey replaces 40% of sugar

• Stabilizers: Only natural guar gum (no artificial emulsifiers)

• Flavor Boosters: Cold-pressed citrus oils instead of extracts

The Human TouchOur gelato maestro Ahmet's signature techniques:

• "Folded fruit" method for berry flavors

• "Toasted sugar" caramel preparation

• Microbatch testing (3 rejected batches per approved one)

Sustainability in Every Scoop

• Energy-efficient blast chillers

• Upcycled fruit pulp as compost

• Biodegradable tasting spoons

Visit Our Production KitchenGuests can observe (through glass partitions):

• Weekdays 11AM-2PM

• Saturday "Behind the Scoop" tours (reservation required)

📍 Taste the Difference At:Peyra Galata - Şahkulu, Küçük Hendek Cd. No:15/A

⏰ Fresh Batch Times: Daily at 1PM & 5PM

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