Italian immigrants brought their granita-making traditions to Philadelphia ... water ice at home requires a bit of precision, but the payoff is worth it. Start by preparing a simple syrup ...

which is made by pouring syrup over crushed ice, Italian Ice is blended with fruit and sugar as it freezes, giving it a smooth, scoopable texture. Its roots run deep in Philadelphia, where it’s ...

Spring is finally here, and Philadelphia-area favorite Rita's Italian Ice is ready to welcome the season the only way they know how -- a free water ice giveaway and a brand new candy-inspired flavor.

Spring has officially sprung in Philadelphia, and that means Rita's Italian Ice is offering its annual first-day-of-spring deals. As they have been doing for over 25 years, the popular chain is ...