Snoh Ice Shavery, Phoenix

The freezers at Snoh Ice conceal a sweet treat that can be traced more than 6,000 miles away to a small island in the South China Seas. The toothsome dessert known to locals as baobing, or shaved snow, combines the textures of shaved ice with the creamy flavor of ice cream to delight taste buds. To achieve this confectionery marvel, the Snoh Ice staff flash-freezes blocks of ice cream then cures the blocks to give them a light texture, finally using a modern shaver that converts the frozen cubes into millions of one-of-a-kind edible snowflakes. Guests can choose from a variety of flavors, including green tea, mango, and taro, and top their treats with sweet toppings ranging from kiwi and mochi balls to oreos and caramel glaze.