neveria la flor de mexico

The small storefront, small selection of seating, and direct western exposure did little to detract from the delicious treasures held within this store. I especially appreciated being able to watch as the owner (I think it was the owner) concocted his magical creations behind the corner in plain view of customers and tasters alike. He was also available to offer up a multitude of suggestions based on the desires of my taste buds.

I ended up with one scoop of their rocky road, which was really delicious with its large chocolate chips and rich chocolate. The others in my party decided on the mangonida (a truly unique taste experience mixing sour, spicy, and sweet on a stick, dipping sauce included), dulce de leche (a light, refreshing flavor), and guanavana (a delightful fruity experience). Spurred on by the multitude of unique fruit paletas (popsicles in spanish) available, I also ended up getting a prickly pear paleta which has a beautiful, light popsicle with pear undertones. However, I wanted to try them all, there were seriously dozens of different kinds of fresh, homemade popsicles just waiting for me to eat them.

Overall, a very fun and worthwhile trip that is easy on the pockets (one scoop was just over $2 as were paletas) with plenty of parking and very friendly service from the owner. Your taste buds and tummy will thank you.

(review courtesy of ting s)

afternoon delight - saturday, sept 4th, 3pm

little bit different this time, since frostbites and neveria are totally close enough that we can do both if we have the time! but please vote on your favorite anyway. :)

frostbites crepes and frozen delights - frozen custard, italian ice, crepes

9111 valley view st, ste 103, cypress 90630

suggested: vanilla custard, sorbet cream

neveria la flor de mexico - ice cream, fro-yo, mexican desserts

7151 katella ave, stanton 90680

suggested: angel's kiss, paleta, dulce de leche

joe's italian ice - ice cream, italian ice

12302 harbor blvd, garden grove 92840

suggested: bada bing cherry italian ice, joe latti

senor big ed

Senor Ed is a happy combination of both Puerto Rican and Mexican food. Looks like most patrons come here for to-go entrees, but there's a spacious dining room to the left of the entrance.

Our server was friendly and gracious about making recommendations. We tried bistec encebollado (stir-fried flank steak and onions), pollo en fricase (chicken fricasee-stewed), carne gulsada (stewed beef Puerto Rican-style), and canoa de platano maduro (open yellow plantain filled with ground beef, topped with melted cheese).

Most of the dishes came with heaps of rice and deep fried plantains, both yellow and green. The yellow ones were sweet, the green ones had the texture of dry hash browns and required some ketchup. ;)

Even though we expected the pollo en fricase to be the star of the show, parts of it ended up being dry. The bistec was decent steak, especially with onions. The stewed beef was tasty and the sauce made the rice easier to down. My favorite dish was the plantain with beef and cheese, although it leaves you feeling heavy with no room for the rice.

I thought their horchata was especially yummy, or maybe I was just really thirsty. They even have fun sodas like sparkling apple juice. An overall good experience if you're into meat and rice dishes. A pretty solid restaurant for a fairly competitive area for Mexican food!

3.5/5 stars

(review courtesy of annie)

dinner - wednesday, october 21st, 6.30pm

eating on the cheap, and in your own backyard!

senor big ed - puerto rican
5490 lincoln ave, cypress 90630
suggested: mofongo, pollo en fricase

steam city grill - american fast food
16480 norwalk blvd, cerritos 90703
suggested: steamies" (steamed hot dogs) for 69 cents each, gyros

dinner - monday, july 13th, 7pm

oaxaca mio - mexican

1169 e 10th st, long beach 90813
"best oaxacan food i've had outside of oaxaca" (yelp reviewer)

suggested: mole (four types!)

yves' bistro - french / italian
5753-a east santa ana canyon rd, anaheim 92807

"the best part about this restaurant ~ Dessert~ Not just any kind of dessert, but 6 different kinds of Souffles!!" (yelp reviewer)

suggested: endive salad, stuffed mushrooms, souffles (seven types!)