Tasaka Guri Guri

Tasaka what?  Tasaka GURI GURI, that's what.  Falling somewhere between sherbert and ice cream, guri guri is an authentic, refreshing, local  treat that has been made in batches on premises for years.  Not really gelato and not really sorbet, you must taste it to experience what I'm trying to describe.





Stroll on in to this Maui landmark and order yourself "two scoops, mixed up,"which means one scoop of strawberry and one scoop of pineapple guri guri for $1.10 (the only flavors btw).  Totally no-frills, the delicious and affordable concoction is dished up in a small paper cup with a wooden ice cream mini-paddle.   People flock here.  Located in a corner location at the Maui Mall in Kahului, this place serves a seemingly steady stream of fans.

Tasaka Guri Guri reminds me of an old-fashioned ice cream parlor or candy store.  Items are placed around the storefront in an organized, yet random manner, and edible goodies abound around every corner.  Look over here and stare at multi-colored gumballs piled inside a vending machine or look over there and wonder at an assortment of savory chips.  See those 3 different bags of Hawaiian-made chips on the right side of the pic?

Bill Clinton has been here.

Come in a relive a slice of your youth.  Even if your not from Hawaii, you'll know what I'm talking about when you step inside.  I sure did.  Good times my friends.