When it comes to summer, even if the rain is drizzling and the clouds are here to stay, there’s simply no better food than ice cream. The jingle of the ice cream van incites so much joy in children and adults alike, that we simply can’t resist regressing to childhood and getting as many scoops as will fit into a cone.

But did you ever think that, perhaps, your favourite ice cream might translate completely differently elsewhere? That the Japanese or the Mexicans have a different idea of what makes the best frozen treat?

Well, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts have created an infographic to reveal just that.

The infographic explores some of the most famous and favourite ice creams from around the world, from India’s Julfi to Turkey’s Dondurma and, of course, Italy’s Gelato.

Each beautifully illustrated image tells the story of the history of each recipe, and what makes them unique.

So if you’d like to know the story behind your scoop of glory, look no further.

From Japanese Mochi to British clotted cream: the world's favourite ice creams