granita

noun gra·ni·ta \ grə-ˈnē-tə \

|Updated on: 9 Jun 2018

Definition of granita

: a coarse-textured ice confection typically made from fruit

Recent Examples of granita from the Web

Osteria, on North Broad Street, offers a new spin on those: a Lazzi, made with an Aperol-grapefruit granita and served with prosecco, and a twist on a Negroni called a Broken Plot.

— allison steele, Philly.com, "Cocktails for all-day (and all-night) drinking sessions," 23 May 2018
Dinner starts off with a complimentary palate cleansing grapefruit granita (made with tequila and dry ice) and ends with a whimsical spin on cotton candy with pop-rocks sprinkled on top.

— jessi walker, Marie Claire, "Weekend Travel Guide: Where to Stay, Eat and Drink in Boston," 22 May 2018
The menu includes items such as oysters with soju granita ($2.75), hand torn noodles with spicy lamb sofrito ($14), and pork belly and mung bean pancakes ($10).

— audrey gorden, RedEye Chicago, "A guide to eating 2017 James Beard Award-winning food in Chicago," 24 June 2017
Purée the fruit for smoothies or cocktails and freeze the purée for a creamy granita or semifreddo.

— noelle carter, latimes.com, "Tarts, cocktails, gelato and more ideas for cherimoya, now in season," 30 Mar. 2018
His customers—given dishes like almond granita with raw oysters—rebelled.

— sophie gilbert, The Atlantic, "Chef's Table: Pastry Isn't About Pastry," 15 Apr. 2018
Cliff's Edge is offering a three-course, prix-fixe menu for $75 per person, with an additional oyster amuse and granita intermezzo.

— julie giuffrida, latimes.com, "Where to eat out for Valentine's Day dinner," 5 Feb. 2018
Traditional granitas are made with lemon, so grapefruit is a perfect match for those who enjoy a sweet, yet tart treat. Grapefruits are an excellent source of vitamin C and contain antioxidants.

— Philly.com, "Healthy family recipe: Grapefruit granita," 23 Feb. 2018
Nicolosi’s favorite granita flavor is the ubiquitous mandorla, made from fresh local almonds and lots of sugar.

— christopher bagley, Condé Nast Traveler, "In Mount Etna's Shadow, Catania Is Raw, Authentic Italy," 8 Feb. 2018

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