Nothing cools you off in 100 degree weather quite like a shaved ice, or is it a "shave" ice? If you want the real deal, drop the "d." It may not be good grammar, but it's good eats.
The authentic shave ice comes from Hawaii. Perhaps the most famous stand is Matsumoto Shave Ice in Haleiwa on Oahu's north shore. This is a classic surfer town, but also famous for Matsumoto and for one of my favorite pizza places, Pizza Bob's (but more on that later). You can also find good shave ice in Honolulu. I particularly liked Waiola Shave Ice and Bakery. (We went to the store on Kapahulu.) It may sound a little odd, but along with all the rich tropical flavors, you can add sweetened azuki beans, a favorite in Japanese, Chinese, and Korean cooking.
So we do you find shave ice here in Provo. I'm eager to try out Ella Good Shave Ice, on the corner of 700 East and 820 North. You can tell it's authentic because they drop the "d" and serve up the azuki. Also, look for Hawaiian Style Shave ice with locations in Lehi, Lindon, North Orem, and Spanish Fork. As I recall, there is also a shack called Aloha Shave Ice in Lindon right across from the Pizza Factory. As far as I know, these are Utah originals, but with a strong island influence.
Now, I suppose you can still do all right with a "shaved ice" at your local Snowie or Sno Shack. But if you want the real taste of the islands, drop the "d," brah.
Snow cones have their own appeal, but should not be confused with a shave ice.
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Is the location on 7th East still around? I've been searching for a good shave ice this summer - and am coming up empty handed!
Yes, the location on 7th is still around- in fact, I work there this summer!!! It is really good, the best shave ice stands I have been to (and I'm not just saying that).
It's April 30, 2009 and there is a SNOWIE snow cone shack on the spot that Ella Good used to be, all covered up with a tarp. It's a shame! Does anyone know where Ella Good will be located this summer?? Please do tell!
A Snowie? Dang. Next thing you know they will replace J-Dawgs with a Wienerschnitzel.
I found a place across from the BYU track- it's called Hokulia Shave Ice or something like that. My family went there this weekend and it was unbelievable!!! The sizes are huge and it comes right out of Hawaii-amazing. It is the bright blue and pink place-can't miss it.
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