Wanderlust World Wanderlust World The most popular dessert in Taiwan is shaved ice, known locally as gua bao bing in Mandarin. This refreshing treat is especially beloved during the hot summer months and can be found at countless street stalls and dessert shops across the island. The dessert typically consists of finely shaved ice topped with a variety of ingredients such as fresh fruit, sweetened beans, tapioca pearls, grass jelly, and condensed milk.