Ice Cream Shops in Britomart, Auckland
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12 Gore street, Auckland, 1010
+64 210 888 2024
Giapo is an innovative food brand and flagship ice cream store based in Auckland, New Zealand, renowned for creating "edible art without parallel." Founded by Giapo and Annarosa—an Italian maker-artist and a pharmacist-scientist—the brand represents a unique intersection of artistic wonder, published food science, and an uncompromising commitment to quality. At its core, Giapo is defined by several key elements: ● Edible Wonder: Giapo does not just sell traditional ice cream; it sells an "interactive experience that is fun and engaging." Their creations are visually spectacular, boundary-pushing masterpieces designed to elicit surprise and make people rethink what is possible with food. ● 100% Gluten-Free Mastery: Everything made at Giapo is entirely gluten-free, crafted in a dedicated, purpose-built facility with zero cross-contamination. Importantly, they do not treat dietary restrictions as a limitation or an apology. Instead, they view it as a point of mastery, effectively removing the "ceiling" on what gluten-free food can taste like so that everyone enjoys the exact same high-standard experience. ● Fresh, Living Recipes: The kitchen rejects the static, powdered mixes used by most of the industry. Their recipes are considered "living, breathing entities" that are meticulously calibrated every single day to account for variables like weather, humidity, and ingredient maturation. Uncompromising Local Sourcing: Giapo prioritizes Auckland and New Zealand ingredients, sourcing directly from local farmers. They refuse to let price tags dictate their choices, selecting only the absolute best ingredients available. ● Irrational Generosity: The culture at Giapo dictates that visitors are treated not as consumers, but as "guests in our home." The staff are trained to go impossibly far out of their way to provide a passionate presentation and genuine human connection, ensuring guests leave feeling uplifted. The brand's fundamental DNA is built on three pillars: Made Fresh, Made Here, and Made Wondrously, united by the guiding philosophy "Never Less. Always GIAPO." 