After just six months MiMi Gelato, the small little shop tucked in the diagonal alley between Azteca and Anchor Tattoo, is closed.
“MiMi has retired,” the sign on the door states, “For great local gelato please visit: D’Ambrosio Gelato at 5339 Ballard Ave.” We spoke with the owner who tells us that their other business, Ballard Kitchen, has really grown over the last few months. Ballard Kitchen provides commercial cooking facilities for early-stage caters, retail and wholesale food businesses. The MiMi Gelato space is air-conditioned and will be absorbed by Ballard Kitchen for candy makers and chocolatiers. “They usually have a lot of trouble getting their product to set in the hot summer months,” the owner tells us.
The owners of MiMi are also impressed with D’Ambrosio Gelato. “We really respect what they’re trying to do and the standards they’re holding to. We’ll be frequenting their shop often!” (Thanks Christina for the tip!)