Chances are you’ve seen the majestic bowls of frilly snow ice around Greenwich Village (or on Instagram). Quite distinct in appearance and texture, NY Frost Factory’s “snow ice” is shaved ice cream that’s fluffy and sweet, yet also creamy and refreshing. Originating in Taiwan, this dessert has flavors like taro, matcha, strawberry, and lychee. In addition, there are special flavors of the month, which have included lemon and black currant in the past. This unique sweet shop’s goal is to provide guests with as authentic a Taiwanese shaved ice experience as possible, going so far as to train their staff in Taiwan.