Imagine this: Croatia, a country famous for its beautiful beaches and delicious food, now boasts the BEST ice cream in the world! Yes, you read that right! Kavana Anka from the small town of Selce took first place at the prestigious Grand Prix Gelato competition in Split, beating out Italy, Spain, and Austria — countries with decades of ice cream tradition. Their strawberry ice cream, made from natural ingredients and seasonal fruit, wowed the judges with its perfect creaminess and intense fresh strawberry flavor. Tereza Luka Mađar, the third generation of the family running the business, carries on the tradition and experience of ice cream making passed down through the years. The cafe operates only during the summer months, but long lines at the counter have become a daily sight, with tourists and locals eagerly waiting to try this treat. Besides classic flavors, they offer creative combinations like lime with basil, mascarpone with fig, and chocolate with lavender, showing that tradition and creativity go hand in hand here. Selce was not known as a gastronomic destination before, but now it’s definitely a place worth visiting — at least for a scoop of this magical ice cream. If you haven’t tried it yet, what are you waiting for? Run to Kavana Anka for your scoop and join this ice cream craze! And if you already have, share in the comments which flavor is your favorite — maybe we’ll discover some hidden gems together!
