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How Hansen's Sno-Bliz Became An 'American Classic'

WWNO - New Orleans Public Radio | By Scott Gold
Published July 2, 2014 at 10:39 AM CDT
Combining fluffy ice and homemade syrups, Hansen's Sno-Bliz continues to create their sno-balls from the original machine invented and patented by Ernest Hansen in 1939.
Scott Gold
Combining fluffy ice and homemade syrups, Hansen's Sno-Bliz continues to create their sno-balls from the original machine invented and patented by Ernest Hansen in 1939.
Combining fluffy ice and homemade syrups, Hansen's Sno-Bliz continues to create their sno-balls from the original machine invented and patented by Ernest Hansen in 1939.
Credit Scott Gold
Combining fluffy ice and homemade syrups, Hansen's Sno-Bliz continues to create their sno-balls from the original machine invented and patented by Ernest Hansen in 1939.

Every year, the James Beard Foundation recognizes cherished local food businesses distinguished by their timeless appeal. This year, the America's Classic honor was awarded to Hansen's Sno-Bliz, the place where the unique style of the New Orleans sno-ball was invented.

The original version of this story can be found in Scott Gold's Food Porn Friday column at NolaVie.

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