Filipinos have their halo-halo, Koreans have their bingsu and the Japanese have their kakigori. Unlike halo-halo which is served in big bowls, kakigori is on the refined, restrained side. The dessert which originated as far back as the 10th century is a delicious serving of pure, fluffy shaved ice (almost resembling snow) with traditional Japanese flavors. The garnishing is simple, almost minimalistic and flavor variants are usually singular unlike the mishmash of flavors found in halo-halo. Usually served in teacup size ceramic bowls, the kakigori resembles a flat-top mountain and is served with traditional accompaniments like a dollop of ice cream, fruit syrup, adzuki beans, mochi or boba pearls. Learn more about kakigori here.
I'm delighted that Hakata Ramen, our neighborhood ramen bar now serves this refreshing dessert as a fitting sweet ending to their signature ramen dishes. If you get your ramen fix at Hakata, don't forget to order the kakigori. There are three flavors to choose from: ube, mango and matcha. Speaking of matcha, they also serve excellent matcha latte.
Hope you try this Japanese style shaved ice dessert soon. It's also available for take-away via Grab Foods.
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