A popular American influencer and food reviewer has given his verdict on the North East staple lemon top ice cream - here's what he thought.

TikTok star Kalani Ghost Hunter, of Nashville, Tennessee has been travelling up and down the UK trying some of the most famous foods.

Documenting his findings to his three million followers, Kalani has gone viral for his takes on tasty staples and restaurants.

Previously he's had a try of Scottish strawberries, Welsh cake, cream tea and now he's had a try at a North East dessert staple - the lemon top ice cream from Pacitto's in Redcar.

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American has first Lemon Top in Redcar… UK

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The creamy citrus treat best enjoyed on a sunny day originates from Redcar and is said to have been invented in the 1920s.

In the video, Kalani says: "This is a dessert many people in the UK haven't even heard of, but if you've had one you definitely know about it because people say this is absolutely incredible."

He added that on first glance it looks "fluorescent" before tucking in and pulling a shocked face to the camera.

Whilst trying the soft serve underneath, Kalani exclaims "Man, that's good", before giving the treat a 10/10 ranking.

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He added: "For my palate, this is something I love. On a hot day this would be incredible."

This isn't the only North East venue Kalani has visited. A few days ago he travelled to burger spot 40 ounce in Newcastle as well as breakfast café Pablo Eggs Go Bao.

As for Pablo Eggs Go Bao, he said it was "incredible" and dished out another 10/10 for the small business.