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Five minutes with Hannah Wood, Founder & Chief Gelato Maker
In this early feature from Crave Café, Little ‘Lato is introduced right at the beginning — a small gelato bar born out of a bigger idea to bring authentic Italian-style gelato to New Zealand.
Under the Hood – Hannah Wood’s Story
The writer Madeleine L’Engle said stories make us more alive, more human, more courageous, more loving. We have been part of Crave Café’s Under the Hood series, showcasing stories of the Morningside Community.
History Made at the NZ Ice Cream & Gelato Awards as Gelato is Named Supreme Champion for the First Time!
"Judges were full of praise for the Little ‘Lato Speculoos Gelato saying “Deliciousness by the spoonful. Wonderful innovation. We loved the creamy texture…the balanced spice notes lifted the overall experience, enhanced its eatability, making it totally morish.”
Best ice creams in Auckland - Little 'Lato makes the cut!
Taking nuttiness to a whole new level Little Lato‘s indulgent (and award-winning) Peanut Butter Chocolate flavour. It’s even dairy-free, so plant-based eaters can also enjoy a scoop or two.
2023 Champion Free-From Product
Little ‘Lato received the inaugural Free-From Special Award for Little 'Lato Mango Lassi in 2021 and received the Award again in 2023.
Little 'Lato & Make-A-Wish NZ collaborate to add a little joy to sick Kiwi kids this summer!
This tub of goodness not only adds a little joy to your day, it’s also helping to add a little joy to sick Kiwi kids. Each tub helps Make-A-Wish NZ create wishes for children diagnosed with critical illness – providing a glimpse of excitement, fun and happiness amongst their very difficult situations.
Stuff features Little ‘Lato in ‘Where to find NZ's best ice creams’
In this Stuff travel feature exploring where to find New Zealand’s best ice creams, Little ‘Lato is included among a lineup of must-visit spots serving up standout scoops across the country.
NZ Herald - What are the best new ice creams to buy this NZ summer?
In this NZ Herald round-up of the best new ice creams to try over summer, Little ‘Lato is featured as part of the wave of boutique brands bringing fresh energy to the freezer aisle.
Little ‘Lato savoury gelato gets a write up in the NZ Herald
In this NZ Herald feature, Little ‘Lato is spotlighted as part of a growing global trend pushing ice cream beyond the sweet and into bold, savoury territory. The article explores how adventurous flavours — from celery sorbet to salmon ice cream — are gaining traction, with Little ‘Lato leading the charge locally through its playful, boundary-pushing creations.
We won the Food Safety & Culture Award!
We have just won the Food Safety & Culture Award at the NZ Food Awards!
The Best Ice Cream and Gelato Joints in Auckland
There's nothing little about these guys. With big scoops and even bigger imaginations, Little 'Lato has created a constant rotation of innovative flavours you won't want to miss out on.
Heart of the City
We’re proud to be featured in the Heart of the City guide to dessert spots in Auckland’s city centre.
Kiwi’s Favourite Scoop Shop
We loved being featured by Fennec & Friends in a story exploring the journey behind Little ‘Lato and how it all began.
Concrete Playground - Six Grown-Up Easter Treats to Hunt Down Around Auckland
Concrete Playground rounded up some of Auckland’s most indulgent Easter treats in this guide — and we were thrilled to see Little ‘Lato included in the lineup.
Wynyard Quarter's Little ‘Lato voted New Zealand's favourite place to buy ice cream!
Wynyard Quarter's Little ‘Lato voted New Zealand's favourite place to buy ice cream!
2021 Champion Free-From Product
Our Mango Lassi took the top spot - Champion Free-From Product in the 2021 Outstanding NZ Food Producer Awards! In the judges comments: "So bloody nice! Totally, utterly, delicious!” We'll certainly take it - feeling mighty chuffed!
The Working Life: Hannah Wood
It was an absolute privilege to be asked to share our story for 2021 Fieldays TV.
UrbanList: NZ’s Best IceCream
Urban List has rounded up some of the best places across New Zealand to grab an ice cream or gelato, celebrating the creativity and quality of the country’s frozen treat scene.
Little ‘Lato follows Farro with Moore Wilson’s launch
Little ‘Lato follows Farro with Moore Wilson’s launch - the title of an article just published about us on Food Ticker!
Little ‘Lato, the homegrown hero
We were honoured to be featured by Farro Fresh in their “Homegrown Hero” series, which celebrates some of New Zealand’s most exciting local food producers.