Updated | Management apologises for Nina's store closures

Nina's Chocolates management has apologised to customers for any inconvenience caused by the closure of its Cronulla and Engadine stores.

The business will consolidate operations at its original store at Gymea, which is approaching its 30th anniversary.

Nina's advised in a Facebook post on Tuesday the Engadine store would close on May 25.

The Cronulla store, which opened before Mother's Day in 2023, closed after Easter Saturday this year.

Nina's chief executive Michael Haddad said in a statement, "We've recently decided to close our Engadine store which was initially opened as a short-term pop-up during the 2020 COVID period, and rolled into four great years. The store closure follows that of our Cronulla store in April.

"We've decided to consolidate our retail business back into our integrated Gymea factory and storefront at 27 Gymea Bay Road where customers can shop our full range, and experience the live action of our handmade chocolates being produced on-site.

"It's been great bringing Nina's Chocolates out to many new customers across the shire through our Engadine and Cronulla stores.

"And we look forward to seeing many of you back at our Gymea store where we've been for most of our nearly 30-year history."

Mr Haddad said the Nina's team was "passionate about making beautiful handmade chocolates using only the finest ingredients, including Belgian chocolate, to deliver an amazing experience to all our customers".

"In addition to consolidating our retail business, we're concurrently upgrading our website to enhance the customer experience for online shopping. Our wholesale business continues to grow, which sees our locally made product reach many customers across Australia.

"We do regret any inconvenience our retail consolidation causes customers of both stores. We're grateful for your support and understanding, and we look forward to serving you in Gymea for many years to come."

Earlier

Nina's Chocolates at Engadine is closing - just a few weeks after the Cronulla store shut its doors for the last time.

The business will consolidate operations at its original store at Gymea, which has been operating for 30 years.

In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Nina's management said the Engadine store would close on May 25.

"We have made the hard decision to close our gem of a store in Engadine," the post said.

"It has been a wonderful 4 years there, with so many happy customers.

"This choice was made to prioritise the jobs of our local team, and to allow us to continue delighting all of our customers with the service Nina's is famous for.

"Thank you to all who have visited our Engadine for your support, and we look forward to seeing you at Gymea for many years to come".

The Cronulla store, which opened before Mother's Day in 2023, closed after Easter Saturday this year.