Chocoholics should make a beeline for Mo's, a small gelateria nestled between shops. The choice of flavours is limited, but the artisanal gelato really hits the mark. The dark chocolate is wonderful, and the banana has a lot of appeal. Insiders go nuts for the pistachio.
Mo's Gelaterie
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