Kakigori is a Japanese shaved-ice dessert, not unlike a snow cone and especially popular during summer. A mound of fine ice flakes is topped with syrup, fruit and condensed milk. New Kiyoraka at Parkview Center puts a spin on the global experience with better-for-you treats that blend vibrant flavors with a focus on health. The motto: “Every bite brings bliss and wellness.” Cool decor includes night-sky “stars,” LED shooting stars and an illuminated bar. Popular flavors include strawberry pistache; cacao hazé with chocolate chips, chocolate mousse and cocoa sauce; and golden crunch with mango three ways. Coming soon: food, boba and milk tea.
A premier boba destination founded in the San Gabriel Valley, Bopomofo Cafe at Alton Square is also a contemporary Chinese/Taiwanese/American eatery with outdoor seating. The name derives from four phonetic traditional characters that are the ABCs of the Mandarin Chinese alphabet. Premium matcha and espresso drinks use lactose-free milk and no powders, high-fructose corn syrup or flavored syrups. Signatures: brown-sugar pudding milk tea and strawberry-basil-ginger lemonade. Boba and burgers delectably coexist. “AsianAm” specialties include the spicy Taiwanese chicken sandwich; honey-walnut shrimp burger; beef noodle sandwich with Chinese braised beef shank and Havarti cheese; and Mapo tots.
