NZ Ice Cream & Gelato Week returns in November 2023. Over a week NZ ice cream, gelato and sorbet makers will celebrate the vibrancy and diversity of the country’s growing industry and encourage Kiwis to buy and enjoy locally made. 

The week kicks off with Ice Cream & Gelato Sundae on Sunday 5 November 2023 – with specials in scoop shops across the country. 

NZ Ice Cream & Gelato Week is from Sunday 5 until Sunday 12 November 2023 with ice cream and gelato stores featuring; tastings, competitions and special promotions.  

Kiwis can head to www.nzicecreamandgelato.co.nz to vote for their favourite NZ Ice Cream or Gelato maker AND your favourite NZ Scoop Store – and go into the draw to win ice cream & gelato 

Affogato! 

This is the perfect little sweet treat pick me up; ice cream drowned in espresso coffee and topped with toasted, crushed hazelnuts. Add a shot of liqueur if you fancy. Bellissimo! 

Makes 4 

½ cup hazelnuts, toasted and roughly chopped 

1 cup very strong espresso coffee 

4 big scoops good quality ice cream 

4 tablespoons amaretto, Kahlúa or other liqueur (optional) 

1. Scoop vanilla ice cream into small, pre-chilled glasses or cups.
2. Pour over ¼ cup hot espresso over the top and top with hazelnuts. Add a shot of liqueur (optional) and serve immediately.

Nici’s note: For kids, use decaf coffee or hot chocolate and leave out the liqueur. 

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