Tenerife has earned another place on the international gastronomic map, this time thanks to artisan ice cream.
Boutique Relieve, the Tenerife-based ice cream brand led by master gelato maker Alfredo Marrero, has been recognised in the prestigious Gelato World Ranking, placing him among the world’s leading artisan ice cream creators.
The latest recognition sees Marrero climb to 44th place worldwide, securing a spot within the global top 50.
Not bad for a business that started with a simple idea: make ice cream properly.
International Recognition in Rome
The team recently travelled to Rome to collect the award, which recognises excellence in artisan gelato and highlights some of the most respected names in the industry.
The ranking is considered one of the most important international references within the world of artisan ice cream.
A Focus on Real Ingredients
One of the reasons behind Boutique Relieve’s success is its commitment to using genuine ingredients rather than industrial flavourings and ready-made pastes.
Their recipes focus on:
🍓 Fresh fruit
🌰 Selected nuts
🍫 Natural ingredients
🌱 Local produce whenever possible
The result is a range of ice creams built around flavour rather than shortcuts.
Chocolate Takes Centre Stage
Chocolate plays a major role in the brand’s identity.
Their organic Bean-to-Bar chocolate has become one of their signature ingredients, particularly in creations such as Origen Cacao, the flavour that has helped represent Tenerife in several international competitions.
For chocolate lovers, that’s usually where the decision-making process ends.
A 100% Gluten-Free Menu
Another distinctive feature of Boutique Relieve and Menester is their commitment to offering a completely gluten-free menu.
The company sees this as part of its effort to make artisan ice cream accessible to more people without compromising quality.
World-Class Ice Cream Made in Tenerife
The award marks another milestone for a business that has steadily built an international reputation through competitions, festivals and industry recognition.
And the good news is that you don’t need a flight to Rome to try it.
The award-winning ice creams can be found right here in Tenerife at Menester and Boutique Relieve, proving that some of the world’s best artisan gelato is being made much closer to home than many people realise.