CELEBRATE "NATIONAL BANANA SPLIT DAY" ON AUGUST 25TH, WITH VENCHI'S BANANA SPLIT GELATO
Available At Union Square And Columbus Circle ChocoGelaterias

NEW YORK, NY — National Banana Split Day is closing in on August 25th and Venchi in New York City has a few special offers to celebrate the day with a twist: Banana Split Gelato!
The first 20 people at each location on August 25th will get a free baby Banana Split Gelato. Also Venchi is offering a Buy One Get One Free offer from 10 am to 12 noon for a Waffle Cone Banana Split Gelato while supplies last.
Venchi's two ChocoGelateria's are located at:
- 861 Broadway – Union Square
- 1796 Broadway at Columbus Circle
Pricing for single serving Gelato is as follows:
- Baby (1 flavor) - $5.95
- Regular (up to 2 flavors) - $6.95
- Large (up to 3 flavors) - $7.95
Add a Gourmet Cone Or Cup for $2.00, Whipped Cream for $1.00, and XV Suprema Chocolate Spread (Hazelnut or Dark) for $1.00.
The Gelato can also be used in a Gelato Shake: Classic is $9.00 and the Gourmet is $10.50.
Gelato can also be ordered for pickup or delivery every day from 11am to
10:30 pm via GrubHub, Seamless, Postmates, UberEats and Caviar. It is available for takeaway as follows:
- Small (16 ounce) - $15.90
- Regular (24 ounce) - $23.90
- Large (32 ounce) - $31.80
Note to media: We are happy to have you come watch how the Gelato is made in the authentic Italian method for a story if that is of interest or to arrange a tasting.
High-Res Imagery is available HERE.
ABOUT VENCHI FINE ITALIAN CHOCOLATES
Venchi Italian Chocolate is on a mission to bring the flavor of the Italian Allegria (joy and happiness) to the world. Venchi creates everyday unforgettable moments of sharing and celebration. With 140 years of expertise in chocolate making, Venchi's history dates back to 1878 when Silviano Venchi, a 20-year-old from Turin who loved chocolate spent his life savings on two bronze cauldrons to experiment which chocolate.
Today, Silviano Venchi's passion, meticulous care and courage to experiment remain. Venchi's values include "Verissimo" (Heritage) - from Piedmont where the art of chocolate is part of the company's DNA. "Allegrissimo" (Allegria) - living the Italian Way. And "Buonissimo" (Balance) - featuring 100% wholesome raw materials, less sugar, and no artificial ingredients. The brand is known for its imaginatively named chocolates: Chooaviar, Truffles, Gianduiotti, Cremini, bars, Suprema spread, and its famous authentic Italian Gelato.
Venchi is an internationally known brand with more than 350 chocolate recipes and 90 gelato flavors. It is sold in more than 70 countries and 135 shops in key cities worldwide including London, Hong Kong, Dubai, New York, Berlin, Shanghai, and Tokyo. The company maintains a commitment to three core values: VERISSIMO (authentic), ALLEGRISSIMO (fun), and BUONISSIMO (delicious). Venchi products are available at its boutiques, via Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/venchi, and its online store at https://us.venchi.com.
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