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18/05/2026
For Mother’s Day with , we created a gifting moment designed to make mothers feel truly seen and celebrated.
From sourcing, concept development and manufacturing, to styling and ex*****on, every element was created by ALMA Experimental.
Custom chocolate and pistachio marshmallow sandwiches, handmade by our team, were paired with hand tied floral posies gifted throughout the day as small gestures of softness, appreciation and care.
The feedback we received was the most meaningful part. Big smiles, emotional reactions, and mothers expressing how special and thoughtfully considered they felt.
A reminder that sometimes the smallest moments leave the deepest imprint.
08/04/2026
A day at the Cricket Sixes with Shyft by Standard Bank
We had the pleasure of creating a gelato on a stick experience designed for the energy of the game and the South African summer.
Flavours were rooted in familiarity and nostalgia
peppermint crisp tart
milk tart
granadilla sorbet
rooibos and peach sorbet
Each element considered, from the first visual moment to the last bite, small personalised touches, seamless service, and an experience designed to feel effortless
A station that didn’t just serve ice cream, but created moments. Judging by the smiles (and repeat visits), it’s safe to say these flavours landed exactly where they needed to!
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Las Paletas by .experimental_sa
18/03/2026
☀️Cape Town showed up, the riders showed up. And so did the ice cream 🍦🚴♀️
For the Cape Town Cycle Tour, we created a bespoke ice cream station for our long standing client Source Food, serving flavour, energy and a little post ride indulgence.
Featuring our current obsession dark chocolate and pistachio ice cream sandwiches. Rich, nutty, slightly salty, deeply indulgent and completely addictive. The kind of flavour that feels earned after 109km on the bike.
The hardest part of our job is making sure our creations actually make it to the client and not our stomachs 🤭
Crafted with intention. Served with joy.
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Las Paletas by .experimental_sa
17/03/2026
We turned corporate blue into a full sensory experience.
For the recent GTR Africa 2026 conference with Standard Bank, we created a bespoke ice cream station designed entirely around their brand world.
Custom ice cream, personalized cart, live torching of homemade marshmallows. Personalized toppings, decor details layered intentionally to echo their visual identity.
This is what we love most, translating a brand into something you can taste, see and feel. Not just dessert.
storytelling through texture, flame and colour.
Crafted with intention. Served with theatre 🔥
The results and the audience receptivity speaks for itself.
Contact us to crest a custom food experience for your brand.
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03/03/2026
Over 13 years ago I created Las Paletas, I did not know then that I was building more than an ice cream brand. I was building a way back to myself.
Today we step fully into Alma Experimental.
Not just a new office. Not just a new chapter.
But a home for everything I have lived and rebuilt.
Alma Experimental is a food studio. But more than that, it is a living story of female entrepreneurship.
Of leading from the feminine.
Of creating in the midst of uncertainty.
Of holding a child in one hand and a vision in the other.
Of moving through heavy waters and still choosing to move toward the light.
But what we really do is translate emotion into taste.
We work with brands to craft sensory moments that are not about product.
They are about feeling. Because when something lingers on the palate, it lingers in the body. And when it lingers in the body, it becomes story.
And YES, IT IS ABOUT WOMEN! About building while mothering. About creating while healing.
About leading without hardening.
This is Alma Experimental, my soul…
And this is only the beginning.
20/02/2026
Sunshine in one bite ☀️
We created these mango and dragon fruit sorbet lollies for Soho House to bring a playful tropical moment into the space through food. Made using 100% natural seasonal fruit these lollies contain no additives no guar gum no stabilizers and no preservatives. Just real fruit frozen at its peak.
There is something about these colours that instantly feels like summer. The sweetness of ripe mango paired with the vibrant freshness of dragon fruit creates a flavour that is light refreshing and joyful.
At Las Paletas we do not mass produce. We work in small batches with intention crafting each product to reflect a moment a mood or a brand experience.
We love being able to translate a feeling into something edible. In this case something colourful fun and unmistakably tropical that lives on not just in memory but on the palate.
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Address
Studio 303, Salt Circle, Woodstock
Cape Town
7925
To reach your destination on Killarney Avenue in Cape Town, you have a couple of options for transportation:
**By Public Transport:**
1. **MyCiTi Bus:**
- If you're near the city center, head to the nearest MyCiTi bus station.
- Take the bus heading towards "Hout Bay" and get off at the "Killarney" stop.
- From there, it's a short walk to your destination.
2. **Metrorail Train:**
- Board a train from Cape Town Station heading towards "Simon's Town."
- Disembark at "Muizenberg" station.
- From Muizenberg, you can catch a local taxi or rideshare service to Killarney Avenue.
**By Car:**
1. Start by getting onto the M3 highway from the city center.
2. Follow signs for M5 toward Milnerton and merge onto M5.
3. Take the exit toward N1/Cape Town International Airport.
4. Continue on N1 and take exit 6 for R27 toward Table View.
5. Merge onto R27 and follow it until you reach Killarney Avenue.
6. There should be parking available nearby; look for designated parking areas or street parking.
Make sure to check traffic conditions before you travel, as they can vary throughout the day!
Opening Hours
| Monday |
07:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday |
07:30 - 16:30 |
| Wednesday |
07:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday |
07:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday |
07:30 - 17:00 |
| Saturday |
09:00 - 15:00 |
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What people say
Las Paletas on Killarney Avenue is a delightful ice cream parlor that offers a unique twist on traditional frozen treats. Their hand-made artisan sorbet and dairy lollies are crafted in small batches, ensuring that each product is of the highest quality. With a commitment to using only 100% natural ingredients, you can indulge guilt-free, knowing there are no artificial flavorants, colorants, or additives.
The standout feature of Las Paletas is their adventurous and exotic flavor offerings. From the intriguing guava & cheese to the refreshing coconut lemonade, each lollipop promises an exciting taste experience. Other creative combinations like pineapple and chili, sour mango, peanut butter & jam, mango lassi, and litchi raspberry showcase their innovative approach to frozen desserts.
Founded by husband-and-wife duo Jason Sandell and Diana Chavarro in 2012, Las Paletas has quickly gained popularity thanks to their passion for food and dedication to quality. Their Latin American heritage shines through in their recipes while incorporating the finest South African ingredients.
Whether you're looking for a sweet treat on a hot day or simply want to indulge your taste buds with something extraordinary, Las Paletas is sure to surprise and satisfy with its ever-changing selection of flavors. Visit them at Killarney Avenue for an unforgettable ice cream experience!
