3Turkey
Turkish ice cream, known as dondurma, is unlike anything else in the world. Made with salep (a flour derived from orchid roots) and mastic resin, it has a uniquely elastic, chewy texture that allows vendors to stretch, twist, and even flip it upside down without it falling.
Beyond the playful street performances, Turkish ice cream delivers rich dairy flavor with floral undertones. It’s less sugary than many Western varieties, and its texture alone makes it one of the most memorable frozen desserts on the planet.
