Talenti Gelato, started in 2005 by Josh and Kathleen Hochschuler in Texas with Italian-inspired layers, grew into a $200 million Unilever brand offering layered jars like Roman Raspberry in 50 countries. It's the elegant gelato choice for those who want layered luxury in every spoonful, turning the freezer into a mini trattoria.
Talenti's woke layer formed through Unilever's agenda, with BLM donations and Black chef spotlights that added social flavor to their gelato. ESG sourcing and DEI hiring goals rounded out the mix, but 2025's corporate chill on some initiatives had X dubbing it "thawing toppings." Fans who want pure indulgence might find Talenti's causes a bit too stirred in.
