Our Story

A family tradition, scooped fresh for San Antonio

Helados Aranda was born from a love of the paletas and helados that defined our childhood in Mexico. What began as a family recipe is now a celebration of authentic Mexican flavor — made by hand, every single day.

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Who We Are

Our history, mission & vision

A family story that crossed borders — still being written, one scoop at a time.

Helados Aranda storefront with Now Open signage at 605
History

From Arandas to San Antonio

Siblings Karina, Humberto, and Brenda of the Guzmán Morales family left Detroit for San Antonio to launch an ice cream business rooted in Arandas, Jalisco — a trade inspired by their mother, Margarita Morales Ramírez. The first paletería opened in July 2014. Brothers Saul, Juan David, and Hugo later joined to strengthen the vision. Today, with three locations, a distribution center, and a team treated like family, the story is still being written.

Mission

A little piece of nostalgia

Helados Aranda exists to strengthen family bonds and sow seeds of love within our community — bringing every customer a taste of what many left behind in their homelands. We create job opportunities through high-quality, delicious Mexican-style ice cream and snacks, with the best service for everyone who enjoys a great treat.

Colorful Helados Aranda storefront in San Antonio
Helados Aranda team stocking buckets of ice cream at the distribution center
Vision

Growing across the state

To be a company in constant growth, recognized throughout the State — with a presence ranging from the smallest businesses to the largest retailers — while continuing to generate employment opportunities for all who wish to collaborate with Helados Aranda.

The craft

How we make it

A simple process built on quality, patience, and pride.

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Sourced fresh

We start with ripe, real fruit and simple, honest ingredients — no artificial shortcuts.

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Crafted by hand

Each batch is blended, poured, and frozen by hand using recipes passed down through generations.

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Served with pride

Every paleta, raspa, and scoop leaves our shop the way familia would make it — with love.

Come taste the tradition

Visit any of our three San Antonio locations and see what fresh really tastes like.

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