Kikis Hawaiian Shave Ice

Not all shave ice is created equal.

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June 4th, 2pm - 7pm & June 5th, 9am - 6pm
Chilhowee Park Exposition Center

Not all shave ice is created equal. What makes Kiki's unique? We've actually taste tested shave ice all over the Hawaiian islands in search of the best and our goal was to bring that same delicious yumminess back stateside. Even our syrups are made locally in Hawaii using the very best ingredients. And the ice we shave is made of ultra filtered RO water. The results are undeniably superb.

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Why do we call it "shave ice" and how is it different from a snow cone?
Great questions. First, it’s believed this treat, shave ice, originated in China, possibly as early at the 7th century and was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants. It differs from a snow cone in that the texture is "snowlike" versus being more like crushed ice. On some parts of the Hawaiian islands you’ll even find it called “Japanese style”, especially when ice cream, azuki/adzuki beans and a snow cap are combined to make it a one of a kind treat. Ultimately, you’ll never find a “shaved ice” shack in Hawaii. It will always be spelled “shave ice” and so to honor that tradition, we chose to spell it without the “d”.