Scooping into Summer with Little Lato Gelateria

By the Editorial Team · Sunday, October 11, 2026

Little ‘Lato has opened two new beachside gelato shops in Auckland, located at Orewa Beach and Milford Beach, just ahead of summer. These outlets offer a wide selection of handcrafted flavors, enhancing the brand's presence and providing locals with premium artisanal gelato in popular coastal spots.

Little ‘Lato, a renowned gelateria, has expanded its presence in Auckland with the opening of two new beachside locations, just in time for the summer season. The new parlours at Orewa Beach and Milford Beach officially launched last weekend and Saturday, respectively, offering ice cream enthusiasts a wide array of flavors to enjoy.

The Orewa Beach outlet, situated at 88 Moana Avenue, features 26 different flavors that will be available throughout the summer. Meanwhile, the Milford Beach shop, located at 120 Kitchener Road, boasts an even larger selection of 36 flavors and includes a sunny courtyard for customers to relax while enjoying their treats.

Founder Hannah Wood brings a high level of expertise to the business, having trained at Carpigiani Gelato University in Bologna, Italy. Each batch is handcrafted in small portions of 10 to 20 liters at their Auckland facility to ensure quality and freshness. Over the years, Wood has developed more than 550 different gelato flavors, with standout, award-winning options such as Sour Cream, Lemon & Berries, Mango Lassi, and Hazelnut Chocolate.

The openings of these two coastal parlours reflect Little ‘Lato’s commitment to offering premium, artisanal gelato and expanding its reach to Auckland’s beach communities as the warmer months approach.

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