Amelia Schwartz is a Brooklyn-based writer and editor who has been covering food, beverage, and culture for over seven years. She is currently an editor at Food & Wine magazine, focusing on trends and ...

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Kakigori is a blank canvas for pastry chefs around the world. Ivan / Getty Images Kakigori might be the best way to end a meal. There are versions of shaved ice from around the world, from piragua in ...

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Hya Torori in Ikebukuro is a kakigori shop created under the supervision of Gifu’s beloved Akawani, a shaved ice specialist that’s garnered a serious cult following. One of the standout items is the ...