In 1985, Antonio “Momo” Gattini left Tuscany for Dallas. He thought he might open a shop and sell gelato or at least teach people how to make it. Instead, he founded MoMo’s Italian Kitchen, the quaint restaurant which now operates on Forest Lane near Greenville Avenue.

After 30 years of success, Gattini put his son Carlo in charge, and a couple of years ago moved to a ranch in Mexico. Two months ago, Carlo sold the restaurant to follow his dream of becoming a gelatician. His Botolino Gelato Artigianale will open August 27 in the old Bottle Shop space at 2116 Greenville Avenue.