The judges were awed by the 'flavour and innovation' and so Little Lato’s Vegan Mango Lassi Gelato has been crowned as one of the Supreme Champions at the 2024 NZ Ice Cream & Gelato Awards. This marks a significant achievement for the boutique ice cream maker, which not only excelled in the vegan category but also topped the overall competition alongside New Zealand Natural Ice Cream’s Milk Chocolate Ice Cream.
Source: Little Lato Mango Lassi
The 2024 edition of the awards saw a record number of entries, with more than 230 unique flavours judged by a panel led by the new Chief Judge, Geoff Scott. Little ‘Lato, a company known for its creative approach and dedication to catering to diverse dietary needs, impressed the judges with its Mango Lassi Vegan Gelato, which was praised for its luxurious texture and authentic flavour profile perfectly capturing the essence of the traditional lassi drink in a frozen form.
The award for the Mango Lassi Vegan Gelato included not only the prestigious Supreme Champion accolade but also the Tetra Pak Dairy-Free Champion, demonstrating Little ‘Lato’s prowess in creating exceptional dairy-free desserts.
This recognition is a testament to the brand’s over-all innovation and commitment to quality, which has been a hallmark since its founding in 2017 by Hannah Wood, a graduate of Carpigiani Gelato University in Bologna, Italy. Little Lato actually walked off with a total of five awards:
🏆 Supreme Champion - Boutique Manufacturer
🏆 Best Gelato in NZ
🏆 Best Dairy-Free Product in NZ
🏆 Best New Product
🏆 Best of New Zealand Produce
"We are absolutely chuffed and I am so grateful for the team of legends working behind the scenes to make Little ‘Lato what it is" says Hannah Wood in a social post.
Source: Little Lato's Instagram page
The NZ Ice Cream & Gelato Awards, celebrating their 25th year, continue to highlight the best of New Zealand’s ice cream craftsmanship, with this year’s awards also recognizing sustainability efforts and creative flavors across various categories.
For more details on all the winners and categories celebrated at this year’s awards, CLICK HERE
For more info on Little Lato's vegan range CLICK HERE
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