Experience a delicious treat authentic to Hawaii this Saturday from 10am to 2pm at SurfBerry.
“As a surfer, when you make the pilgrimage to the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaiian shaved ice is a must on your to-do list….We’re bringing Hawaii to Wrightsville Beach,” says SurfBerry owner, Rick Civelli.
Shave ice was brought to Hawaii by the thousands of Japanese who migrated there to work in sugar cane plantations and pineapple fields. The workers created a fluffy, snow-like dessert by shaving blocks of ice with their Japanese swords and then pouring different flavored juices or syrups on them. They enjoyed Shave Ice as a refreshing break from the hot, tropical climate.
To continue the practice natural flavoring, only pure cane sugar is used for SurfBerry’s syrups. SurfBerry is the only place in town that locals and visitors can get a taste of this exotic treat. “We import traditional flavors such as Li Hing Mui, Guava, and Passion-fruit straight from Hawaii so that you can experience this tropical dessert right here in Wrightsville Beach,” adds Rick.
Many Hawaiians choose to get their Shave Ice “snow capped” with sweetened condensed milk drizzled over the top. Azuki Beans in the bottom of the cup is another crowd favorite! This Saturday, everyone is welcome to have fun mixing and matching over 20 different flavors and trying all the possibilities!
Summer is heating up so be sure to stop by WB’s hottest spot for cooling off this Saturday for your FREE Hawaiian Shave Ice.
SurfBerry Releases Signature Ben Bourgeois and Mason Barnes Açaí Bowls in celebration of National Açaí Bowl Day on Saturday April 6th, 2013
Surfberry is proud to take part in Sambazon’s National Açaí Bowl day and release their expanded menu with 50% off all bowls. Popularized on the beaches of Brazil and the cafes of Rio, a traditional açaí bowl is a thick-blended smoothie of frozen açaí berries poured into a bowl and topped with fresh fruit plus granola. Packed withantioxidants, healthy omegas and nutrition from real whole-food ingredients, these bowls energize bodies and souls.
“Several years ago I experienced my first açaí bowl on a surf trip to Hawaii, after one bite I was hooked” said Rick Civelli, Co-Founder of SurfBerry. “Since that first bowl I had dreamed of opening a café in Wrightsville Beach to share this Amazon Superfood with my local community. It is beyond delicious, healthy, organic and the perfect Surf, SUP, Run or exercise snack”.
Two of their new Açaí Bowls are named after local surf stars. The “Benny B Bowl” is named after Professional Surfer Ben Bourgeois and the “Mason Bowl” after current ASP Junior competitor Mason Barnes. “Whenever these two are home from their international surf travels they were always stopping by for their unique bowl creations. I am honored to have them both represent SurfBerry and to be able to fuel their energy with our diverse menu.” Says Rick.
Mason spent the winter in Hawaii charging big Pipeline and just returned home. He will be at SurfBerry from 10:00am until Noon on Saturday April 6th to sign autographs, answer questions to Groms about professional surfing and to tell stories about his winter adventures.
Sambazon’s first National Açaí Bowl Day is being celebrated in more than 30 states, from Hawaii to New York, with plans to make the national day an annual event.
