About Róka
Who is róka?
Róka Gelato is the creation of Mieke Vandensande, who learned the craft of gelato-making at Carpigiani Gelato University (Benelux).
What began as a love for the taste of real Italian gelato soon became a passion for creating it herself. Bit by bit, more and more people began enjoying her gelato creations — and so, her business was born.
What makes Róka different?
Mieke has a severe nut allergy, so all gelato made by Róka is completely nut-free.
In addition, after often experiencing poor communication and inaccessible allergy information, she decided Róka would take a truly allergy-friendly approach. We take all allergies and intolerances very seriously, so please don’t hesitate to contact us with questions or special requests!
As a Brussels-based gelatiera, you're welcome to reach out in Dutch, French, or English.
What does
‘Róka’ mean?
Róka means ‘fox’ in Hungarian.
The fox is a recurring symbol in Mieke’s family: her grandmother’s pet name is Voske, meaning ‘little fox’ in Dutch. That side of the family also has Hungarian roots — hence the choice of language.
Beyond the family connection, the fox is also a totem of Brussels — a surprising home for these wonderful creatures. From the Royal Stadium to the Sonian Forest, they’re all around the city.
