[video] Ain't nothin' gonna break-a my stride

[ciao]

[ now that the video feed has stopped showing slow cinematic shots of gelato you get to be greeted by a certain nation just smiling and waving as happily as could be. sanguis season is here again and this time around he seems to simply be sporting the fluffy ears, the littlest fangs and what looks to be an excited wagging tail in the background ]

Ciao, cia~o~!

How is everyone? Doing well I hope! It's been a very active time recently, hasn't it? The weather also seems to be warming up a little more, so doesn't that mean it's time for a certain something to help you relax?

Although, I guess any time is a good time for gelato for me!

[ he laughs, waving it off quickly enough ]

I'm always making gelato and other sweets, if anyone ever wants a taste you should definitely ask! I'm always more than willing to share, and it makes me happy to see people enjoying things. But that aside, I did have a question in mind.

[ he brings his hands together, looking thoughtful for a moment before perking up once again ]

What sorts of flavours make you think of home? Or even, what kind of flavour would you like to look for in gelato? I'm always experimenting, so having the opinions of others is always great to work off of! Since we have so many people from so many different places, it seems like a great chance to try something new and exciting!

[ hands planted on the counter-top he playfully pushes himself up on it, leaning in excitedly to the camera ]

Also! Do you think gelato affects moonblessed the same way it would affect other animals? I've been thinking of making a gelato safe for dogs for Berlitz, because I feel bad enjoying it in front of him and not sharing--Do you think that would be beneficial for everyone as well?

Let me know what you think! I would like everyone's thoughts and opinions, maybe make a little something everyone can enjoy!

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[ciao]

[ be free tarrlok, don't hold yourself back, be your best self. but no, really, it's okay... you have what many seem to lack, and that's shame. it's admirable ]

That is very true. I mean, a dairy alternative could benefit more than just animals. The trick is just finding a way to make sure everything has the same flavour and texture as the real thing. But yes, so far there haven't been any chocolate horror stories, which I'm very glad for... To think someone could be so deprived during a time when great comfort is needed.

[ chocolate, a great source of comfort. please protect it. but no, focus ]

Oh, there's no need for you to have to spend money on this opportunity! Believe me, I generate more than enough to survive. To share a delicious treat for others to enjoy would simply be a great reward in itself!

[bloodisthicker]

Hmm... well, there actually is a kind of food we have back home that's similar to ice cream and the like, but it doesn't actually involve dairy. We call it akutaq, and it's made by mixing berries and whatnot in and kind of whipping it like cream. Of course, further south where the animals don't have quite as many cold weather adaptations, some enterprising Water Tribe merchants have substituted vegetable shortening for the fat, which also makes it vegetarian-friendly if you're that sort of person.

Regardless... well, that's entirely understandable, so I'm not exactly going to complain here.

[ciao]

O-oh! I think I remember this! It was something you could find in Canada as well as Alaska... It was really good! I think if you miss that kind of dish I could try to replicate it... I would ask America for help, but I don't think he's very well-versed in the kitchen.

[ he thinks on it, slowly realizing... that no, no it doesn't seem that america really does cook does he?


Wonderful! I'll be sure to supply a few flavours to see what you enjoy the most and we can go from there!

[bloodisthicker]

I don't know either of those locations, but I'll take your word for it. I'm at least glad there are some cultural touchstones I can talk to people about, even if no one seems to know what a sea prune is.

[he misses his sea prunes, man. water tribe cuisine can get kind of iffy but you can do magic with sea prunes.]

I used to help my mother out in the kitchen at times when I was a child, so I could try and see what I can remember of how to make it if America doesn't know about it.