Today, in the summer, it’s commonplace to cool off by eating ice cream when temperatures are high. In Erlangen, records show that “artificial ice cream” was already being sold to the general public as early as 1901 at the Bergkirchweih festival, where at least lemon, raspberry, and strawberry flavors were available.
By 1913 at the latest, there was also an Italian ice cream vendor. Like so many things, the production and sale of ice cream were subject to strict regulations. For example, ice cream could only be made from natural fruits, fruit purees, or juices. If artificial flavors or colors were used, it had to be labeled as “artificial ice cream.” As a rule, ice cream “to go” did not yet exist; it was eaten on the spot. And since “ice cream, by its very nature, must be consumed promptly,” “a quantitative restriction on the sale of ice cream on the street” was not necessary. Starting in the 1930s, “popsicles” also became widespread, and industrial production began with Schöller and Langnese.
Photo: Rudi Stümpel (StadtAE, VIII.7380.4/4)
See also
City archive
The Erlangen City Archive is the official memory of Erlangen. The main tasks of the city archive include the permanent storage and cataloging of collections.
Short Stories from the City
Erlangen has a long and interesting history. There's a lot to tell. A look back.
City archive
The Erlangen City Archive is the official memory of Erlangen. The main tasks of the city archive include the permanent storage and cataloging of collections.
Short Stories from the City
Erlangen has a long and interesting history. There's a lot to tell. A look back.